The Bowes Museum

With its wonderful history and outstanding collections there is always something to inspire at The Bowes Museum. One of the most important museums outside London, it contains the greatest collection of European fine and decorative arts in the North of England contained in stunning new galleries including the Silver & Metals Gallery, the Fashion & Textile Gallery and the English Interiors Gallery. There is fine dining in the acclaimed Café Bowes, plus quality gifts & souvenirs in the shop. The beautiful grounds include a children's play area, parterre garden, fountain and woodland walks ensuring a quality day out for all.

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Information on The Bowes Museum , Barnard Castle

Opening Times:	Daily, 10:00-17:00. Closed 25 & 26 Dec & 1 Jan.
Admission:	Adult £9.50, OAP/Concession £8.50, Under 16s Free. Group rates available.
Child Friendly:	Children of all ages welcome
Dog Friendly:	No
Location:	Barnard Castle, County Durham
Facilities:	Full Disabled Access, Guided Tours, Parking, Parking Availability, Refreshments, Shop

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Rokeby: Poetry & Landscape; Walter Scott & Turner in Teesdale (send email about this offer)  (telephone about this offer)

Wed 02 Jan 2013 – Sun 02 Jun 2013

Stunning landscapes, inspired by an epic poem, form the basis of this major exhibition. Marking the bicentenary of the publication of Scott’s poem, Rokeby, it explores the relationship between literature and art, examining the poem’s role in attracting artists such as Turner & highlighting the importance of the dale in the development of landscape painting in Britain.

Material Remains (send email about this offer)  (telephone about this offer)

Sat 16 Feb 2013 – Sun 02 Jun 2013

This exclusive show has a special resonance with those involved with historic and vintage clothing. Material Remains, examines fabric matter in varying states of wear and decay. Paralleling the observations commonly recorded by archaeologists, museum curators and conservators, Diana Winkfield’s work focuses on the analysis of the colour, fabric, shape, texture, condition and origin of an object.

Jeremiah Dixon: Scientist, Surveyor and Stargazer (send email about this offer)  (telephone about this offer)

Sat 27 Apr 2013 – Sun 06 Oct 2013

Jeremiah Dixon, British surveyor and astronomer was brought up in County Durham but became best known for his work with Charles Mason in determining the Mason-Dixon Line between Pennsylvania and Maryland. This exhibition will mark the 250th anniversary of the Mason Dixon Line and will include items such as model ships, surveying equipment and historic maps to celebrate the mapping of the famous border.

Jeremiah Dixon: Scientist, Surveyor and Stargazer (send email about this offer)  (telephone about this offer)

Sat 27 Apr 2013 – Sun 06 Oct 2013

Jeremiah Dixon, British surveyor and astronomer was brought up in County Durham but became best known for his work with Charles Mason in determining the Mason-Dixon Line between Pennsylvania and Maryland. This exhibition will mark the 250th anniversary of the Mason Dixon Line and will include items such as model ships, surveying equipment and historic maps to celebrate the mapping of the famous border.

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