Beamish - The Living Museum of the North

About

Step back in time at this living museum, ride vintage trams, and explore historic streets.

Why go

• Feels like stepping straight into another era
• Experience everyday life as it once was
• Genuinely indescribable, you have to see it to experience

Must try

• Fish and chips from Davies
• Old fashioned sweet shop
• Get your hair done at the 1950s salon
• Biscuits from the bakery
• Jubilee dark chocolate

Pro tips

• Get a map if you're a first time visitor
• Hop on a tram or bus to see the whole place
• Book early for the 1950s salon
• Ticket lasts a whole year
• Take train to newcastle then bus 28 or 29

Good to know

• Expect to spend at least 4h inside

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Rating

4.8 / 5 (26087 reviews)

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