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Closure of Beamish Museum for State Funeral
September 14th 2022
As a mark of respect, the museum will be closed on Monday, 19th September for the State Funeral of Her Majesty The Queen.
Read MoreThings to Do at Beamish Museum this Summer!
August 1st 2022
If you’re looking for things to do this summer, look no further! At Beamish we have a whole Summer of Fun planned for visitors
Read MoreGlobal Beamish
June 27th 2022
At Beamish we're exploring and highlighting a more diverse history of the North East – one in which everybody's story is welcomed and valued.
Read MoreBeamish Bags Best Shop Award
May 12th 2022
Beamish, The Living Museum of the North is delighted to have picked up an award at the national Museums + Heritage Awards.
Read MoreBeamish Museum Features in Matt Baker: Travels with Mum and Dad
April 7th 2022
We were thrilled to welcome Countryfile presenter, Matt Baker to Beamish Museum for the filming of his new show, Matt Baker: Travels with Mum and Dad.
Read MoreBeamish’s 1950s electrical shop to inspire future engineers thanks to Reece Foundation
April 1st 2022
Beamish’s 1950s electrical shop to inspire future engineers thanks to Reece Foundation
Read MoreFarm opening at Beamish after being moved stone by stone
March 14th 2022
A farm that has been moved stone by stone and rebuilt at Beamish, The Living Museum of the North will open its doors to visitors this weekend (Saturday, 19th March).
Read More1950s Terrace Opening Soon!
February 7th 2022
Beamish, The Living Museum of the North will open its 1950s terrace with a week of celebrations this February Half Term, 19th to 27th February 2022
Read MoreSir James Knott Trust’s £150,000 funding for Beamish’s Georgian developments
February 1st 2022
The funding from the Sir James Knott Trust will allow existing buildings from the late 18th century and early 19th century to be brought back into use in the museum’s stunning Georgian landscape. Visitors will be able to discover early cottage industries at the pottery and blacksmith’s workshop. People will be able to stay overnight at the museum in period-style self-catering cottages, these buildings are original to the site.
Read MoreBeamish thanks Nexus engineers for Tramway help
December 16th 2021
Around 20 Nexus employees spent the day using specialist equipment to carry out routine inspections on overhead lines on Beamish’s 1.5-mile Tramway, which is used by the museum’s fleet of trams to transport visitors.
Read MoreUpdate from Beamish Museum
December 2nd 2021
The Board, in line with their duties as trustees of the museum, reported a serious incident to the police last year. The police have investigated the matter and concluded that no further action is to be taken.
Read MoreBeamish Museum Inviting Nominations for a Random Act of Kindness
November 28th 2021
Beamish, The Living Museum of the North is spreading the joy this Christmas season by offering the chance for one lucky person or family in the North East to win a fantastic festive gift.
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