At a glance
- Now
- Closed nowOpens today at 10:30
- Age
- Toddlers, Children, Teenagers
- Price
- High (£££) — guide only; check official prices
- Location
- Bishop Auckland
View image credit
Credit: The Auckland Project
More to know
- Indoors or outdoors
- Indoors and outdoors
- Visit length
- Half a day
Price band: High · How we use price bands
These are broad planning guides for a typical visit, not exact prices. Check the venue before travelling.
- Free
- No regular admission fee. Parking, donations, travel or optional activities may still cost extra.
- Low
- Usually a small charge or donation, broadly up to £10 per person.
- Medium
- A typical paid visit, broadly around £10–£25 per person or a moderate family ticket.
- High
- Usually a larger day-out cost, broadly over £25 per person or for a family ticket.
About this activity
Auckland Palace, also known as Auckland Castle, and its surrounding visitor attractions tell the story of County Durham through art, faith, gardens and history. It is part of The Auckland Project in Bishop Auckland. A combined ticket covers the palace, Auckland Gardens and Faith Museum; other attractions and experiences have their own ticket arrangements. Check each venue's opening times before travelling.
Opening hoursVisitor hours · Current schedule
- monday
- 10:30–16:00
- tuesday
- 10:30–16:00
- wednesday
- 10:30–16:00
- thursday
- 10:30–16:00
- friday
- 10:30–16:00
- saturday
- 10:30–16:00
- sunday
- 10:30–16:00
Opening times can change. Check the venue website before travelling.
Check venue websitePlan your visit
Location
Auckland Palace, Market Place, Bishop Auckland, DL14 7NRKeep exploring
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