Is Barnard Castle wheelchair friendly?

Yes, Barnard Castle is wheelchair friendly and has accessible toilets.

Does Barnard Castle have a market?

Yes there is a weekly market and monthy farmer's market.

Do you have to pay to go into Barnard Castle?

No, Barnard Castle is managed by English Heritage. Admission fees apply.

What is Barnard Castle famous for?

Barnard Castle is famous for the Silver Swan museum piece that is located in the Bowes Museum at Barnard Castle.

Is Barnard Castle baby friendly?

Yes, there are baby changing facilities.

Are all areas of the attraction accessible with a pushchair?

Yes, all areas are pushchair friendly.

No, Barnard Castle have stated they are not dog friendly. Guide and assistance dogs only

Is there food and drink available to buy?

Yes there is dining and snack options. There are restaurants and cafes nearby to purchase food.

Can visitors bring their own food?

Yes, guest are allowed to bring their own food Picnic areas are available within the castle grounds.

Yes, there is parking. Barnard Castle is located in County Durham, and can be easily accessed by car or public transportation. There is no car parking available on site, but there are parking options nearby.

Does your attraction offer private hire, for parties or events?

No, there is no private hire at Barnard Castle.

Do visitors need to pre-book time slots or tickets to get into the attraction?

Yes, Barnard Castle had stated that you will need to pre-book.

Are there toilets available?

Yes, there are toilets available to the public.

Are there baby changing facilities available?

Yes, there are baby changing facilities available

Are there accessible toilets?

Yes, there are accessible toilets available

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About Barnard Castle

Barnard Castle is a charming historical visit great for both kids who like to get imaginative in the atmosphere and for those more academic types wanting to learn some of the rich history on offer. Set grandly on a high rock above the River Tees, Barnard Castle was named for its 12th century founder, Bernard de Balliol and was later developed by the Beauchamp family and then passed into the hands of Richard III.

Art Gallery
The Bowes museum is located within Barnard Castle and is home to a fascinating collection of art.
Scenic Walks
Barnard Castle is surrounded by countryside to explore. You can easily pick up a guide to local walks at the nearby Bowlees Visitor Centre.
Get hands on with history
Barnard Castle has a sensory area with historical objects and plants to discover.

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Open daily 10am-5pm

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Typical visit time 3 - 4 hours

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Barnard Castle

Near Galgate, Barnard Castle, County Durham, DL12 8PR, England

Tel: 01833638212

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