Beamish Open Air Museum is a unique and fascinating attraction located in the town of Stanley, in the north-east of England. The museum is a living, breathing recreation of life in the North East during the 19th and early 20th centuries, and is spread over a vast 300-acre site.
Visitors to Beamish Open Air Museum can step back in time and experience what life was like for the people of the region during this period. The museum is made up of a series of different areas, each representing a different aspect of life in the North East at the time.
One of the most popular areas of the museum is the town, which is a recreation of a typical North East town from the early 1900s. Here, visitors can explore the shops, houses, and businesses of the time, and even take a ride on a vintage tram.
Another popular area of the museum is the colliery, which is a recreation of a working coal mine from the 1800s. Visitors can descend into the mine and experience what life was like for the miners who worked there.
Other areas of the museum include a farm, a railway station, and a pit village, all of which offer a fascinating insight into life in the North East during this period.
Throughout the museum, visitors can interact with costumed characters who bring the history of the region to life. There are also a number of demonstrations and activities on offer, such as traditional crafts, cooking, and farming.
Overall, Beamish Open Air Museum is a must-visit attraction for anyone interested in the history of the North East of England. With its immersive recreations and engaging activities, it offers a unique and unforgettable experience for visitors of all ages.
Monday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Set in Beamish, 2.5 km from Beamish Museum and 16 km from MetroCentre, Twizell Lane offers quiet street views and free Wi-Fi.
1 Twizell Lane, Beamish, DH9 6SH, United Kingdom
Offering a garden and garden view, Beamish Holiday Park is set in Stanley, 12 km from MetroCentre and 13 km from Sage Gateshead. This holiday park provides free private parking and full-day security. The property is non-smoking and is located 1.
Bobby Shafto Caravan Park Beamish, Stanley, DH9 0RY, United Kingdom
Boasting a spectacular countryside setting, this charming farmhouse provides a peaceful rural retreat, just 7 minutes from the A1(M). There is good access to Newcastle, Gateshead, Sunderland and Durham.
Number of rooms: 16
Riding Lane Near Beamish, Gateshead, NE11 0JA, United Kingdom
Grange Villa Amethyst 3 Bed House is set in Chester-le-Street, 3.3 km from Beamish Museum, 16 km from MetroCentre, as well as 16 km from Sage Gateshead. It features garden views and free Wi-Fithroughout the property.
Number of rooms: 4
85 Albert Street, Chester-le-Street, DH2 3LS, United Kingdom
Boasting a garden and bar, Black Horse Beamish is set in Stanley, 1.8 km from Beamish Museum. Featuring a sun terrace, this property is located a near attractions such as Beamish Open Air Museum.
Number of rooms: 17
Red Row, Beamish, Stanley, DH9 0RW, United Kingdom
Riding Farm Cottages has inner courtyard views, free Wi-Fi and free private parking, situated in Gateshead, 4.4 km from Beamish Museum.
Number of rooms: 3
Riding Lane, Gateshead, NE11 0JA, United Kingdom
Located in Stanley, The Ball Alley offers accommodation with free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TV, as well as a garden and a bar.
Number of rooms: 7
Shield Row Stanley Co Durham Dh9 0lh, Stanley, DH9 0LH, United Kingdom
South Causey Inn is a family-owned hotel with a ‘country feel’ family pub, restaurant, and cocktail bar and is recognised for genuinely kind and generous service.
Number of rooms: 45
Beamish Burn Road, Stanley, DH9 0LS, United Kingdom
Set in 24 acres of parkland just 10 miles away from the city of Durham, the Beamish Hall Country House Hotel, BW Premier Collection is a 13th-century hall that has been restored to its original splendour and is now an exclusive country house hotel.
Number of rooms: 42
Beamish, Stanley, DH9 0YB, United Kingdom
This property is 1 minute walk from the beach. The magnificent Hedley Hall was once part of an estate belonging to the Queen Mother. It offers 5-star self-catering accommodation in picturesque grounds, 20 minutes’ drive from Newcastle.
Number of rooms: 4
Hedley Lane Nr Sunniside, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE16 5EH, United Kingdom
Granary Barn, a property with a garden, is situated in Gateshead, 11 km from MetroCentre, 11 km from Sage Gateshead, as well as 12 km from Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art.
Gateshead, NE11 0JA, United Kingdom
A great place for travellers looking for a neighbours-free vacation! Cottage «1 Twizell Lane» is located in Stanley. This cottage is located in 3 km from the city center.
1 Twizell Lane, Stanley, DH9 6SH
The best kind of vacation is when you come somewhere new and it feels like home: apartment «Chapel House Apartments» is located in Stocksfield. This apartment is located in 16 km from the city center.
Number of rooms: 5
Causey Row Marley Hill,, Stocksfield, NE16 5EJ
A great option for family vacation: apartment «The Fairways» is located in Stanley. This apartment is located in 4 km from the city center.
Number of rooms: 2
7 The Fairways, Stanley, DH9 6SU
A great option for a journey on a budget - hotel «Beamish Hall Country House Hotel, BW Premier Collection» is located in Stanley. This hotel is located 2 km from the city center.
Coppy Lane, Stanley, DH9 0YB
