A pit disaster commemoration, restored on TV’s The Repair Shop, donated to Beamish Museum
A mining disaster commemorative serviette, restored on TV show The Repair Shop, has been donated to Beamish Museum’s collection ahead of the anniversary of the tragedy. The West Stanley Pit Disaster on 16th February... Read More
Into The Light Place Partnership to Open New Mentorship Scheme
Into the Light’s skills hub, hosted by Beamish Museum, to increase opportunities in the creative and cultural sector is looking for mentors who would like to get involved. The County Durham Creative and Cultural... Read More
A year of action-packed events at Beamish Museum in 2025
There’s an exciting year ahead at the North East’s most visited attraction as Beamish Museum announces its 2025 events programme. Whether you’re serious about steam, crazy about cars or hooked on horses, Beamish Museum’s... Read More
Enjoy a summer full of fun at Beamish, The Living Museum of the North
Visitors to Beamish, The Living Museum of the North this summer can enjoy a fantastic programme of fun-filled events and explore newly-opened 1950s and Georgian exhibits. There’s a changing programme of events every day... Read More
Beamish brings museum experience to Durham city centre in pop-up emporium
Beamish, The Living Museum of the North is bringing a flavour of the award-winning museum to Durham city centre with the opening of a pop-up emporium. The Beamish Emporium, which has opened in the... Read More
Beamish named region’s most visited attraction and among top nationally
Beamish, The Living Museum of the North has been named the North East’s most visited attraction and among the top in the country, in a new VisitEngland report. The museum’s visitor numbers increased to... Read More
1950s cinema and shops now open at Beamish Museum
A 1950s cinema, toy shop, electrical shop and record store have opened to visitors at Beamish, The Living Museum of the North today (6th July). The new 1950s Town exhibits include a recreation of... Read More
1950s cinema and shops opening at Beamish Museum this weekend
A 1950s cinema, toy shop, electrical shop and record store will open to visitors at Beamish, The Living Museum of the North this Saturday (6th July). The new 1950s Town exhibits – a recreation... Read More
Beamish Museum prepares to open new 1950s and Georgian exhibits
Beamish, The Living Museum of the North is preparing to open its newest exhibits – a Georgian tavern and pottery, and 1950s cinema and shops, marking the culmination of the biggest capital development in... Read More
Banks Group Take a Seat at Beamish Museum in Beamish Museum’s 1950s Cinema
Property development and energy company, the Banks Group, has become the first business to sponsor a seat in the 1950s cinema being recreated at Beamish, The Living Museum of the North. The County Durham... Read More
Coach Friendly Status Renewed for Beamish Museum
Beamish, The Living Museum of the North is celebrating the renewal of its Coach Friendly Status by The Confederation on Passenger Transport UK. The Coach Friendly Status recognises the museum’s commitment to providing excellent... Read More