Living history
Beamish is a living, breathing museum, where history isn’t just seen, it’s experienced. Walk through historic streets, meet costumed characters, and watch traditional skills in action.
pay once
visit free
all year
Opening times:
31st March - 24th October 2025 Open daily, 10am-5pm
Explore a world of history
Meet the people of the past
History comes to life through costumed characters, live demonstrations, and hands-on activities. Whether it’s chatting with a 1900s shopkeeper or watching a blacksmith at work, theres always something happening.
See what’s happening today
Get hands-on with history
Whether you’re a teacher planning a school visit or just curious to learn, Beamish brings history to life with immersive workshops, heritage skills, and interactive learning experiences.
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Practical information for your visit
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What our visitors say
“A brilliant day out! We’ve visited four times this year and always discover something new.”
James & Emma T
“A brilliant day out! We’ve visited four times this year and always discover something new.”
James & Emma T
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Keep history alive, support Beamish
Beamish is a charity—every donation, membership, and volunteer helps us preserve the past for future generations. Support us and be part of history!
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