Home Things To Do Search Bowes Museum Explore things to do Category Select from these options Food and Drink Just for Two Family Friendly Historic Britain Great Outdoors Enter Your Destination From Date To Things To Do Suggested Getaways near Bowes Museum More Suggested Getaways Home Things To Do Bowes Museum Bowes Museum Barnard Castle Food and Drink, Just for Two, Family Friendly, Historic Britain, Great Outdoors Welcome to The Bowes Museum, founded by John & Josephine Bowes in the 19th Century. Whether you are a returning visitor or new to the Museum, you will be impressed with the recently completed £12m transformation. The new suite of picture galleries is among the best in the UK, as is the stunning Fashion and Textile Gallery. There are also a wide range of events and family activities throughout the year, to complete the diverse exhibition programme. Visit the excellent Cafe Bowes and browse in the The Bowes Museum Shop. Explore the grounds with it's recent childrens adventure play area and woodland walks. Explore all Attractions & Events Contact Info The Bowes Museum, Barnard Castle, Co Durham, DL12 8NP 01833 690606 Visit website Other Things to Do in the North East Region Bowes MuseumCragside National TrustHigh ForceCragend Farm Historical ToursNorthumberland National ParkHardwick ParkHeatherslaw Corn MillTour de YorkshireThornton Hall Farm ParkDurham Castle ToursNational Railway Museum, ShildonKielder water & Forest Park