London restaurant predictions for 2026, from pub-style burgers to Georgian food and wine If you’ve not been to Cloth, book a table now. It’s turning things up a notch Evening Standard · Jan 2
The Harp: New 'Michelin guide for Guinness' is missing some big names in London Guinness has published its inaugural Harp Guide, a list of pubs in the UK that the brewer says pour the best pint. Evening Standard · Dec 8, 2025
The Guardian view on the museum of the year: a history of the north-east in 3m objects Editorial: From teapots to trams, Beamish tells the everyday stories of generations in a way that is unique to the region The Guardian - UK · Jun 30, 2025
A portal to the past: This unique open-air attraction has been named the UK's Museum of the Year Featuring a recreated 1950s town, Beamish in County Durham was awarded the prestigious prize for its "joyous, immersive and unique" atmosphere that's shaped by "the stories and experiences of its community." Euronews · Jun 27, 2025
Beamish, The Living Museum Of The North wins Museum Of The Year award The open-air museum brings the history of north-east England to life through its immersive exhibits. Evening Standard · Jun 26, 2025
‘Joyous, immersive’ Beamish wins Art Fund museum of the year award Judges praise County Durham attraction’s ‘remarkable attention to detail’ in bringing history to life The Guardian - UK · Jun 26, 2025
Five UK attractions shortlisted for Museum Of The Year Award and £120,000 prize The four losing finalists will each receive £15,000 from Art Fund. Evening Standard · Apr 29, 2025
Five UK museums ‘alive with ideas and energy’ shortlisted for Art Fund prize Museums in Belfast, Cardiff, Perth, Warwickshire and County Durham compete for £120,000 Art Fund Museum of the Year award The Guardian - UK · Apr 29, 2025
Great British Railway Journeys season 15: release date, destinations, exclusive interview and everything we know Great British Railway Journeys season 15 on BBC2 sees politician-turned-presenter Michael Portillo explore Britain’s post-war history by train. WhatToWatch · Mar 12, 2024
Hunt for trio of missing lottery winners who have weeks left to claim prizes The National Lottery is looking for three winners of Set for Life who all bought their tickets on January 9 and now only have weeks left to claim their incredible prizes Daily Mirror · Jun 13, 2023
New £225,000 funding for Beamish Museum will boost 1950s and Georgian expansion Donations from Friends of Beamish reveal vital role supporters play in the development of the County Durham visitor attraction Chronicle Live · May 1, 2023
Construction under way at Beamish Museum on 1950s cinema, toy shop and electrical store Beamish Museum has announced work is now under way on next step of ambitious development project which includes a 1950s cinema offering immersive retro film experiences Chronicle Live · Mar 19, 2023
County Durham Easter egg hunt named one of the best in the UK The Times named the Golden Easter Egg Trail at Beamish as one of the seven best in the UK Chronicle Live · Mar 12, 2023
Historic shipping sign on Quayside restaurant replaced as council invests in heritage The sign pays tribute to Newcastle's shipping heritage and features on the side of Lui's restaurant Chronicle Live · Mar 5, 2023
Chronicle Live · Feb 17, 2023 Beamish Museum promises cracking half-term fun as it explores crimes of the past A crime to miss it - February's visitor programme invites families to get on the case and discover Crimes of the Centuries
Chronicle Live · Feb 6, 2023 Fancy work at the pit or down on a farm? Beamish Museum advertises jobs with a difference New roles up for grabs at the County Durham museum also include transporting vistors around Beamish by train or tram
Chronicle Live · Dec 31, 2022 Beamish Museum to launch panto in January and here's how to book Dick Whittington will be running in the 1950s Welfare Hall of the County Durham museum during weekends from January 7-29
Chronicle Live · Nov 23, 2022 Beamish Museum invites families to experience the magic of an old-fashioned Christmas from this weekend From Edwardian shopping to 1950s music, the spirit of Christmases past can be relived at the County Durham museum from Saturday
Irish Mirror · Nov 10, 2022 Irish pubs: Price of pints set to rise in Christmas blow as Heineken hikes cost of multiple draughts Drinks going up include Heineken, Birra Moretti, Orchard Thieves, Coors, Fosters, Beamish and Murphys.
Chronicle Live · Oct 18, 2022 How to play Beamish Cluedo as museum seeks super sleuths this half-term Beamish Museum launches unique version of the classic whodunnit game this weekend and it would be a crime to miss it
Chronicle Live · Oct 15, 2022 Beamish Museum launches its own version of the classic board game Cluedo The museum’s latest board game venture comes after the success of Beamish Museum versions of Monopoly and Top Trumps
Chronicle Live · Sep 28, 2022 Tickets for Beamish Halloween Evenings go on sale on Thursday - if you're brave enough to visit The Un-living Museum of the North will be hosting its annual Halloween chiller event on three nights in October
Chronicle Live · Sep 20, 2022 Beamish Museum announces Christmas event tickets will go on sale this Wednesday Beamish Museum's annual Christmas Evenings will run on four dates in December
Chronicle Live · Aug 6, 2022 Beamish Museum jobs up for grabs which allow you to step back in time and bring history to life The new recruits will join a huge team of 350 staff and 400 volunteers who continue to help draw in visitors to the 350 acre site
Chronicle Live · Jun 28, 2022 Beamish Museum reveals upcoming additions to its 1950s Town - including cinema and toy shop Beamish Museum is continuing its work on its 1950s Town on the opposite side of Front Street