Celebrations, Families
Easter Celebrations 2026
Friday, 3rd April to Sunday, 19th April 2026
- Friday, 3rd April to Sunday, 19th April 2026
- Open 10am-5pm
- Free with Unlimited Pass
Enjoy an Egg-cellent Easter at Beamish, The Living Museum of the North
Travel back in time at Beamish Museum to discover how Easter was celebrated in the 1820s, early 1900s, 1940s and 1950s with a whole host of egg-citing activities.
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As with all daytime events, you can use your Unlimited Pass or Friends of Beamish membership to enjoy this special event.
Beamish reserves the right to alter events, activities, facilities, operations and opening times without prior notice.
Other Events
Best Foot Forward Walking Group
Best Foot Forward Walking Group is a short, inclusive and dementia-friendly walk (approximately 1–2 miles) around the museum grounds. We take a relaxed pace, stop regularly to rest, and enjoy the changing scenery. Routes vary week to week.
Beamish Colliery Rapper Team
A talented group of rapper sword dancers will be performing between 10am and 3pm at our 1900s Pit Village band hall.
- Saturday, 18th April 2026
Durham Photographic Society Exhibition 2026
Durham Photographic Society will be putting on a fantastic display of their work.
- Friday, 1st – Monday, 4th May 2026
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