A recreation of Georgian, Victorian & Edwardian life with costumed staff, plus trams & buses.
What an absolutely brilliant day out. We enjoyed the experience so much we will never forget it. Everyone visiting the area this experience is a must to see what life was like through the ages. You won't be disappointed - go see it for yourselves. Loved going down the coal mine - thank you to the guide who explained everything so well about life there. Loved the tram transport taking you around. Loved the shops taking you back in time. Loved the cottages showing you how life was back then. Was too late for the dress up photograph would have loved so much to have done that, also the "hairdresser" missed that too where you can have your hair put up like olden days. But there's the added bonus where your ticket lets you in for a whole year free of charge
Excellent visit here. We took two days to visit it all. Transport one day and living area another day. It's around PS30 pet adult ti visit and tickets are free for a year. There was a small vintage fair on the grounds, and I was surprised to see it was charging to go on the rides. Also, some staff had sour faces, I know there's lots of people to talk too but it is their job, and we just moved on quickly instead of taking our time.
As usual, it is a perfect place to spend the day! Perfect t atmosphere, perfect food, and amazing day out learning about past in real time. The new 1950s village was really well done. we must go back and visit the parts we didn't get to see.
There is every good reason they make the ticket an annual pass. If you enjoy all the details in everything, you simply can't finish it in one day. If you only have one day, do arrive at 10am with a pre booked ticket. Love it as a social history nerd.
We spent the day today at Beamish, and we had a great time. The kids really enjoyed how it wasn't just a 'normal museum', and they could actually go in and touch things. It was fun riding the old style buses. We ended the day with the guided tour of the mine. The guide was really knowledgeable and engaging. Great day out and one that the kids will remember for a long time.
An absolute amazing place. We go every year at least 2 times. The prices are quite reasonable and the staff are amazing. The museum is set out in specific time periods which makes it more appealing to children. The sweet shop has a viewing area so you can see the candy being made. All in all, a great day out and your ticket is valid for a full year.
On-site services
Live performances
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Wheelchair rental
Restaurant
Toilets
Family friendly
Getting tickets in advance recommended
Good for kids
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What an absolutely brilliant day out. We enjoyed the experience so much we will never forget it. Everyone visiting the area this experience is a must to see what life was like through the ages. You won't be disappointed - go see it for yourselves. Loved going down the coal mine - thank you to the guide who explained everything so well about life there. Loved the tram transport taking you around. Loved the shops taking you back in time. Loved the cottages showing you how life was back then. Was too late for the dress up photograph would have loved so much to have done that, also the "hairdresser" missed that too where you can have your hair put up like olden days. But there's the added bonus where your ticket lets you in for a whole year free of charge
Excellent visit here. We took two days to visit it all. Transport one day and living area another day. It's around PS30 pet adult ti visit and tickets are free for a year. There was a small vintage fair on the grounds, and I was surprised to see it was charging to go on the rides. Also, some staff had sour faces, I know there's lots of people to talk too but it is their job, and we just moved on quickly instead of taking our time.
As usual, it is a perfect place to spend the day! Perfect t atmosphere, perfect food, and amazing day out learning about past in real time. The new 1950s village was really well done. we must go back and visit the parts we didn't get to see.
There is every good reason they make the ticket an annual pass. If you enjoy all the details in everything, you simply can't finish it in one day. If you only have one day, do arrive at 10am with a pre booked ticket. Love it as a social history nerd.
We spent the day today at Beamish, and we had a great time. The kids really enjoyed how it wasn't just a 'normal museum', and they could actually go in and touch things. It was fun riding the old style buses. We ended the day with the guided tour of the mine. The guide was really knowledgeable and engaging. Great day out and one that the kids will remember for a long time.
An absolute amazing place. We go every year at least 2 times. The prices are quite reasonable and the staff are amazing. The museum is set out in specific time periods which makes it more appealing to children. The sweet shop has a viewing area so you can see the candy being made. All in all, a great day out and your ticket is valid for a full year.
