Our Unlimited Pass is the best way to discover everything The Auckland Project has to offer.
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Mining Art Gallery
10:30 am - 4:00 pm (Last entry 3.30pm)Opening Times
Today: Friday 19th April
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 (Castle & Faith only)
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
Culture, life and community sprung out from mining in the North East; it’s our history, it’s our character, it’s who we are.
The intimate and awe-inspiring art collection in the Mining Art Gallery showcases the resilience and courage of those who lived and worked in the mines, and gives an incredible perspective on how human creativity and spirit can shine even in the darkest places.
A visit to the gallery takes you on an exploration of the art, culture, and context of the mining industry and its place in the history of County Durham. Original artefacts and artworks give a truly unique insight into the lives and souls of coal miners and the communities that grew around them, from the harshness of life underground to the lighter times the miners and their families shared.
The Mining Art Gallery opened in 2017 and was created in partnership with Dr Robert McManners OBE and Mrs Gillian Wales.
Explore
Discover and Learn
Discover
Discover untold stories and hidden histories, brought to life by our curatorial team.
Find out more about DiscoverOur Collections
From priceless paintings to historic archives, our collections at The Auckland Project help to tell the remarkable story of Bishop Auckland.
Find out more about Our CollectionsThe Story of Bishop Auckland
With a glorious past, Bishop Auckland is set for an even brighter future…
Find out more about The Story of Bishop AucklandWhat's On
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Mining Art Gallery
FREE with Mining Art Gallery Admission ticket
Mining Art Gallery: Personal Highlights
Every Thursday from Thursday 4 April
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Mining Art Gallery
FREE with a Mining Art Gallery Admission ticket
Spotlight: Songs from the Coalface
Thursday 18 April
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Mining Art Gallery
FREE with Mining Art Gallery Admission ticket
The Last Cage down
Opens Friday 3 May
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.