Enjoy daily trails and creative activities, explore 22 acres of outdoor space and join special events.
Nature Spotters, Gallery Takeover, Bug Hotels and Step Into Westwood: A Family Adventure Through Fashion Rebellion.
Young people can get creative at The Wonder Workshop every Tuesday and Art as Protest: A Vivienne Westwood Inspired Workshop every Wednesday, while younger children can enjoy Stay and Play, Bowes Babies and Artist Makers sessions throughout the holidays. Daily drop-in activities are also running in the Create Space.
Alongside family fun, adults can enjoy talks, tours, workshops and live music, while everyone can explore Vivienne Westwood: Rebel – Storyteller – Visionary, a bold and exciting exhibition exclusive to The Bowes Museum.

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Visitor information
Address
Newgate, Barnard Castle, County Durham, DL12 8NP
01833 690606
Opening times
Mon – Sun, 10am – 5pm Closed 25, 26 Dec and 1 Jan


















