How to get here
Car
From the North and South
Follow the A1M to Junction 63 (Chester-le-Street exit), then the A693 towards Stanley for 4 miles, following the signs.
From the West
Take the A68 to Castleside, near Consett, and follow the Beamish Museum signs along the A692 and A693 via Stanley.
Bus
Service buses run regularly from Newcastle (Eldon Square) to the Museum Entrance Gates (five minutes walk to the Entrance Building).
From Eldon Square Bus Station in Newcastle City Centre - No. 28/28A via Gateshead, Low Fell, Birtley, Ouston and Chester-le-Street.
Cycle
National Cycle Network, Route No. 7, the C2C, runs past the Beamish Entrance Gates. Linked to Durham Station via Route 14.1. Bike racks available.
Train
The closest main-line station is Newcastle upon Tyne, with Service buses running from the city centre to the Beamish Entrance Gates.