Auckland Castle
Walk in the footsteps of the Prince Bishops of Durham, the original ‘Kings of the North’.
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Auckland Castle
Bishops Café & Castle Shop
10:30 am - 4:00 pm (last entry 3:30pm)Opening Times
Today: Thursday 28th March
Auckland Castle |
Open | 10:30 am - 4:00 pm (last entry 3:30pm) |
Auckland Tower |
Open | 10:30 am - 4:00 pm (Last entry 3.30pm) |
Auckland Gardens |
Closed | CLOSED TODAY |
Spanish Gallery |
Open | 10:30 am - 4:00 pm |
Mining Art Gallery |
Open | 10:30 am - 4:00 pm (Last entry 3.30pm) |
Faith Museum |
Open | 10:30 am - 4:00 pm (Last entry 3.30pm) |
El Castillo Tapas Restaurant |
Open | 11:30 am - 10:00 pm ( (last orders at 9pm)) |
Bishop’s Kitchen |
Open | 10:30 am - 4:00 pm |
Oak Room Restaurant |
Open | 7:30 am - 9:00 pm |
Deer Park |
Open | |
Kynren |
See website for times | |
Weardale Railway |
See website for times | |
Binchester |
See website for times |
Admission + Tickets
Venue specific,
Admission + Tickets
Adult | Child | Family 1Go to footnote for Family 1 | Family 2Go to footnote for Family 2 | |
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Unlimited Pass |
Adult £30 | Child £15 | Family 1 £45 | Family 2 £75 |
Local Unlimited Pass |
Adult £24 | Child £12 | Family 1 £36 | Family 2 £60 |
Multi attraction ticket | ||||
Auckland Castle |
Multi attraction ticket Auckland Castle + Auckland Gardens + Faith Museum |
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Auckland Gardens |
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Faith Museum |
£18 | £9 | £27 | £45 |
Auckland Tower |
Adult Free | Child Free | Family 1 Free | Family 2 Free |
Spanish Gallery |
Adult £12.50 | Child £6 | Family 1 £18.50 | Family 2 £31 |
Mining Art Gallery |
Adult £6 | Child £3 | Family 1 £9.00 | Family 2 £15.00 |
Deer Park |
Adult Free | Child Free | Family 1 Free | Family 2 Free |
Weardale Railway |
Visit website for ticket prices | |||
Kynren |
Visit website for ticket prices | |||
Binchester |
Visit website for ticket prices |
Our Unlimited Pass
Our Unlimited Pass includes access to Auckland Castle & Gardens, the Spanish Gallery, the Mining Art Gallery and the Faith Museum.
The Unlimited Pass does not include Kynren or Weardale Railway.
Our Local Unlimited Pass
Do you live in a DL4, DL5, DL13, DL14, DL15, DL16 or DL17 postcode? Simply show proof of address when you visit to claim your Local Unlimited Pass.
The Local Unlimited Pass is not available to purchase online.
Return to footnote anchorFamily 1 – one adult
Return to footnote anchorFamily 2 – two adults
and up to four children.
Other ticketing options
Child (4 and Under): Free
Carer Ticket: Free
Arts Pass Ticket: Free
Historic Houses Ticket: Free
Friend of The Auckland Project Ticket: Free
Local Annual Pass (only available when purchased in-person)
Find Your Way
Want to make the most of your visit? Check out the map or visit the Itineraries page to plan your day.
Discover
Discover history where it happened at Auckland Castle, one of the best-preserved Bishop’s palaces in the whole of Europe with a story spanning almost 1,000 years.
Positioned high above the meandering River Wear, Auckland Castle is a remarkable symbol of faith and power and was once the seat of the Prince Bishops of Durham. The Prince Bishops were given exceptional powers by the Norman kings of England, as well as the Church, and governed vast swathes of North East England.
Auckland Castle reopened in 2019 following major conservation work. The building has been restored and the original wall colourings, furniture and textiles lovingly recreated by an incredible team of restorers and conservators. Each space takes you to a different moment of time, right up to the present day. Dance around the Throne Room, rifle through drawers in the Bishop’s Study, or take a seat at the grand table in the Long Dining Room.
A visit to Auckland Castle can help us to appreciate the power, wealth, influence and faith of the Prince Bishops of Durham and understand the fascinating history of the men who have helped to shape the country we live in today.
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British – Cafe
A beautifully refurbished Tudor kitchen at the heart of Auckland Castle, offering tempting homemade treats and a sunny courtyard garden. Find out more about Bishop’s KitchenWhat's On
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Auckland Castle
FREE with Auckland Castle admission or Unlimited Pass
‘If These Walls Could Talk’ Tales from the Archives of Auckland Castle
Wednesday 10 April
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Auckland Castle
FREE with Auckland Castle admission
Easter Egg Hunt at Auckland Castle
Friday 29 March - Sunday 14 April *Excluding 2, 8, and 9 April
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Auckland Castle
FREE
St Peter’s Chapel Services
Every Wednesday
Our Attractions
The Auckland Project is a unique collection of visitor attractions in and around Bishop Auckland. As a regeneration charity, our mission is to create positive change for those living, working in and visiting our town. By visiting our attractions, you are helping us to ensure that Bishop Auckland's future is as vibrant as its past.