Beamish Open Air Museum Tours

This is a great place to visit in the North of England. It’s like stepping back in time to visit a town, farm, colliery village and old hall and getting to experience what it was like to live in those places from about 1910 onwards. There are staff who take on the roles of various locals that really bring this place to life. This picture is from the town where you can explore a bank, shops, pub, dentists and lots of other things as well as ride in traditional vehicles of the time. Such a brilliant experience.
This is a great place to visit in the North of England. It’s like stepping back in time to visit a town, farm, colliery village and old hall and getting to experience what it was like to live in those places from about 1910 onwards. There are staff who take on the roles of various locals that really bring this place to life. This picture is from the town where you can explore a bank, shops, pub, dentists and lots of other things as well as ride in traditional vehicles of the time. Such a brilliant experience.
The Beamish Open Air Museum tells the story of North East England during the 1820's 1900's and 1940's
Beamish has preserved many aspects of history from North- East England with many fine shops and businesses. Here is one of a few working trams which transports visitors around the large site often used in period TV and cinema films.
One of the most authentic historical living museums I've seen. The people you meet make this place so special just ask them about the history of their chosen home and they have a wealth of information.
You don't need to build a time machine to jump back into the past — just check out Beamish Open Air Museum. This relic of yesteryear allows you to walk through history and experience what life was like all those years ago.

If you're staying a while in Stanley, Beamish Open Air Museum is a good place to kick off your sightseeing. This open-air museum is one of many attractions worth seeing here. Washington Old Hall, Utilita Arena Newcastle, and Angel of the North are also waiting to be explored close by.

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Tours & day trips

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Durham City Walking Tour

Durham City Walking Tour

Activity duration is 2 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 5 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $54 per adult
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Durham City Walking Tour

Durham City Walking Tour

Activity duration is 2 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 5 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $54 per adult
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Pub and History Tour Durham City

Pub and History Tour Durham City

Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is $54 per adult
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Durham City Walking Tour

Durham City Walking Tour

Activity duration is 2 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 5 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $54 per adult
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Lovely walking with great views across the fell

Waldridge Fell Country Park

Explore the great outdoors at Waldridge Fell Country Park, a lovely green space in Waldridge.

Waldridge Fell Country Park
Angel of the North featuring outdoor art and a monument

Angel of the North

Look up at one of England’s most iconic sculptures welcoming you to the northern part of the country with a warm embrace.

Angel of the North

Beamish Wild

You can take time to visit Beamish Wild during your travels to Stanley. Check out the spas and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

Beamish Wild

Beamish Adventure Park

Enjoy a stop at Beamish Adventure Park, an entertaining place to visit in Stanley. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed theater scene in this culturally rich area.

Beamish Adventure Park

Waskerly Way Bike Path

You can take time to visit Waskerly Way Bike Path during your travels to Stanley. Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Waskerly Way Bike Path

Causey Arch

You can find out about the history of Newcastle-upon-Tyne with a trip to Causey Arch. Discover the area's acclaimed theater scene and spas.

Causey Arch

Best Lodging Options Near Beamish Open Air Museum

Beamish Hall Hotel, BW Premier Collection

Beamish Hall Hotel, BW Premier Collection

4 out of 5
Beamish Stanley England
Beamish Hall Hotel, BW Premier Collection
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Walking distance to Beamish museum

County Durham England
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South Causey Inn

South Causey Inn

4 out of 5
Beamish Burn Road Stanley England
South Causey Inn
Black Horse Beamish

Black Horse Beamish

4 out of 5
Red Row Stanley England
Black Horse Beamish
Host Stay The Fairways

Host Stay The Fairways

2 out of 5
Stanley England
Host Stay The Fairways
Beamish Park Hotel

Beamish Park Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Beamish Burn Road Newcastle-upon-Tyne England
Beamish Park Hotel
Hotel 52 - Stanley

Hotel 52 - Stanley

3.5 out of 5
Stanfield House, Joicey Square Stanley England
Hotel 52 - Stanley
nestled in countryside on border between co.durham and Newcastle upon Tyne

nestled in countryside on border between co.durham and Newcastle upon Tyne

Marley Hill England
nestled in countryside on border between co.durham and Newcastle upon Tyne
Bowes Barn

Bowes Barn

3.5 out of 5
Gateshead England
Bowes Barn
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