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The Spanish Gallery, Bishop Auckland

National Museum & Exhibition · County Durham, England · Market Place, Bishop Auckland, DL14 7JF

The Spanish Gallery, Bishop Auckland is a national museum & exhibition in County Durham, England. See prices, opening times, the best days to avoid the crowds, parking and food, with every detail dated so you know how fresh it is.

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PriceAdult £12.50 · Child £6 · Family £31
Checked on The Auckland Project site: adult £12.50, child £6, family (1 adult) £18.50, family (2 adults) £31; under-3s free. Discovery Day Pass for all four venues from £26 / £10 / £62. Market Place DL14 7JF.
Opening timesWed-Sun; guided tours at 11am and 2pm.
Best time to goWednesday to Sunday; guided tours.
School holiday tipEarly July is the sweet spot for Scottish families: English/Welsh schools stay in until about 20-23 July. Late August is the English/Welsh peak, so choose Tue-Thu and arrive at opening. Indoor venue: wet half-term days cause surges; check the forecast.
Best agesMost suit about 5-12; free places suit short visits with younger children
If it rainsMostly indoors: wet days tend to be busiest
Money saverMany are free, so budget for parking and food only; go for 2 hours, not all day.
Top tipsGallery of Spanish Golden Age art in Bishop Auckland's Market Place (The Auckland Project).
What to packSnacks, water bottle, pram or carrier, wipes

Details checked against the official website on 23 Oct 2026. Venue website or source

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