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Plan your visit to the Great North Museum: Hancock using the information on this page.

Opening times

Free entry. Last entry is 15 minutes before closing time. 

On 11 March our gift shop will be closed for stocktake. You can still shop online.  

Monday10am-5pm
Tuesday10am-5pm
Wednesday10am-5pm
Thursday10am-5pm
Friday10am-5pm
Saturday10am-4pm
Sunday11am-4pm

Great North Museum on a summer's day

Planning your visit

The Great North Museum: Hancock is open daily with FREE entry for a great value day out.

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Address

Great North Museum: Hancock

Barras Bridge

Newcastle upon Tyne

NE2 4PT

Telephone: (0191) 208 6765

Textphone: 18001 0191 208 6765

Email: info@greatnorthmuseum.org.uk

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Exterior of the Great North Museum on an autumn day

Accessibility information

Making your visit easy and enjoyable.

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Getting here

Plan your transport to the museum.

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Visitor facilities

Find out what we offer for your comfort and convenience.

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A woman and a baby are in the Great North Museum: Hancock

Visiting with a family?

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Library shelves and books

Library

Everybody is welcome to use the Great North Museum: Hancock Library – no membership is necessary.

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Virtual tours

Visit exhibitions and behind-the-scenes areas from the comfort of home.

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Holiday Club Visits

Find out what you can do at the museum

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