Introduction~~~~~~ Believe it or not the first time I ever went to Beamish was when I was 18 years old but it was only when I went back this year that I was truly able to appreciate it for what it was, a wonderful open air museum that shows you what life was like back in the 1800s and 1900s. For me who is absolutely fascinated with history I found it a lovely family day out. I went with my brother, sister in law and their two children, luckily for us we already had yearly passes so we were able to jump the queue that stretched right out of the door and up the stairs. The Entrance/Tram~~~~~~ When coming through the main entrance you are greeted ...  Read the complete review

Beamish is certainly the place where the past comes to life. This open air museum recreates life in the North of England in the early 1800s and 1900s in an entertaining way for visitors of all ages. Museum staff are dressed in period costumes and all act out the parts they are playing and are very friendly and entertaining and this certainly appeals to the younger members of the family, as they are encouraged to ask questions and take part as much as possible. The museum is set in acres of beautiful countryside and the whole area is superbly maintained and you will find it hard to fault. It is not hard to see why they were winners of the British Museum of the ...  Read the complete review