At a glance
- Now
- Opening soonOpens today at 10:00
- Age
- Babies, Toddlers, Children, Teenagers
- Price
- High (£££) — guide only; check official prices
- Location
- Beamish
More to know
- Indoors or outdoors
- Indoors and outdoors
- Visit length
- Quick stop, Half a day, Full 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
Step back in time at Beamish, the Living Museum of the North, where historic streets, working trams, farms and costumed staff bring regional history to life. Children can explore hands-on exhibits, meet animals and move between different periods of North East life.
Main season openingMain visitor access · 28 Mar 2026 – 23 Oct 2026
- monday
- 10:00–17:00
- tuesday
- 10:00–17:00
- wednesday
- 10:00–17:00
- thursday
- 10:00–17:00
- friday
- 10:00–17:00
- saturday
- 10:00–17:00
- sunday
- 10:00–17:00
Last entry: 16:00
Beamish is open daily during the main 2026 season. Last admission is one hour before closing.
Opening times can change. Check the venue website before travelling.
Check venue websitePlan your visit
Location
Beamish Museum, Beamish, DH9 0RGSeasonal plans
What’s on here
This venue has upcoming events listed. Have a look at the dates and booking details before you set off.
October half-term at Beamish Museum 2026
Beamish Museum
Halloween Evenings at Beamish 2026
Beamish Museum
Christmas Evenings at Beamish 2026
Beamish Museum
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