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The Bowes Museum

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Open Opens at 10:00-17:00
Recommended sightseeing time:2-3 hours
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Newgate, Barnard Castle DL12 8NP, United KingdomMap
Phone+44 1833 690606
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  • pauldm16
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    Swan Bowes Out

    Great collection to view. A good couple of hours needed. Staff really helpful. Silver swan was amazing to see - such skill needed. Cafe was a very nice bonus. Can be busy on a Sunday with “lunchers”. ...

    Reviewed on Apr 8, 2024
  • 674jamesl
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    A good day out for the family

    We all enjoyed the museum. Some terrific pictures and the exhibits were all interesting. The walk around the grounds was pleasant even in poor weather.

    Reviewed on Apr 3, 2024
  • mcbeano1
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    Bowes Bargain Buy

    We visited Bowes Museum for the first time after years of driving through Barnard Castle and never finding time to visit. What have we been missing? Luckily we arrived in time for the 11 am free 1 hou...

    Reviewed on Mar 26, 2024
  • Guide35095953161
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    Nice day out at Bowes

    What a lovely place to visit. Really only wanted a venue to meet friends for lunch but the whole experience was great. Very helpful and polite staff from entry and payment to the swan ‘show’ and the c...

    Reviewed on Mar 22, 2024
  • P3503EDseanc
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    Get there before advertised time for lunch

    Arrived at 10 to 3 (they advertise lunch is served until 3) but told lunches no longer served. Disappointed as previously lunch was good. Had a coffee.

    Reviewed on Feb 25, 2024
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