Frequently Asked Questions
How long should I plan to visit Jarrow Hall?
We recommend allowing at least half a day for your visit should you wish to complete the full tour of the Anglo-Saxon Farm, Village and Bede Museum.
A visit to St. Paul’s Church and Monastery next door will take between 1 hour and 1.5 hours.
Charlie’s Park (Drewitts Park) is also located right next door and has a children’s play area which can be accessed as part of your visit. Allow 30+mins.
When is Jarrow Hall open?
We are open 10am-4pm Thursday – Sunday, mid February to mid December. During the Easter and Summer holidays we are also open Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Additional days and special events can be found under What’s On.
Hive Coffee Company, inside Jarrow Hall House, is an independent coffee shop and their hours are different to the Museum. For their latest information, visit Hive Coffee Company website.
St. Paul’s Church is a living Church and has a regular programme of Christian worship in addition to having Volunteers who are delighted to share the history of the Church and Medieval Monastery with people of all faiths or none. They also have a small gift shop. St. Pauls Church opening hours can be found here.
Where is Jarrow Hall?
Our address is:
Jarrow Hall, Church Bank, Jarrow, NE32 3DY
The site was formerly known as Bede’s World and some local signage still shows this name. We are next to Drewitts Park, the River Don and St. Paul’s Church. We are very close to both Tyne Tunnels (Road and pedestrian/cycle tunnels).
What do you offer for children at Jarrow Hall?
There is lots to see and do at Jarrow Hall for children of all ages. Head to our Kids Activity Page to check out our regular and one-off activities.
Can I bring my dog?
We are very dog-friendly both inside the museum building and outdoors! We do however have museum cats and so this is worth bearing in mind.
Ask at reception for a dog treat and water bowl. XL bullies are also welcome with their muzzles on and following government guidelines.
Can I use a buggy, wheelchair or mobility scooter at Jarrow Hall?
Yes. Some areas of the farm and village have soft or uneven ground but the majority is fully accessible. We are making constant improvements to the site to be as inclusive as possible. We welcome your suggestions.
Do you have quiet times for visitors with additional needs?
We don’t have a regular programme of quiet times currently but we usually have fewer visitors on term time Thursdays and Fridays. If you send us an enquiry we will do our best to discuss your needs so you can decide if there is anything we can do to support a visit.
We have Sensory Backpacks available at reception as part of our museum offer which include fidget toys and ear defenders, etc. Please ask at Jarrow Hall reception for more information.
How do I get to Jarrow Hall on foot, public transport or by bike?
Bus:
Go North East bus number 27, The Crusader, runs from Newcastle City Centre to South Shields, passing through many connecting transport hubs. The bus stops (Jarrow Hall / St. Paul’s) are very close to the main entrance. Full information on the service is available here.
Metro:
The best Metro Station to use is Jarrow. From there, we are about a 10 minute walk. (Bede Metro Station is also available but involves finding your way through an industrial estate and crossing over a very busy main road). We are on the South Shields to St. James’ line on the metro. View Metro Map here. For more information about public transport visit Nexus.
Bike:
We are on National Cycle Network route 14, known as the Keelman’s Way. You can secure your bike here and staff will happily store your helmet or pannier bags for you or even charge your e-bike battery while you visit.
Foot:
We are about a 10 minute walk from Jarrow Town Centre and the southern end of the historic Tyne Pedestrian and Cycle Tunnel.
Please note: some signage still has “Bede’s World” on it. Many locals still refer to us as Bede’s World: this can be useful to know if asking for help with directions or following the finger signs from Jarrow Town Centre.
Is there free parking?
Yes! We have ample free parking in two car parks. These are private car parks and both are locked at 4:30pm once the museum and Hive Coffee Co. close. Please leave the Priority Car Park available for those with access requirements.
There are two spaces in the Priority Car Park which have electric vehicle charging points.
How much does it cost to visit?
Find our Tickets section for full ticket information and prices.
Do Carers get in for free?
Yes. Full ticketing information can be found here.
Do you accept National Trust / English Heritage / Museums Association memberships?
Members of the Museums Association gain free entry to the museum. Unfortunately we are not linked with English Heritage or National Trust and so cannot offer free entry with these memberships.
Can I visit St. Paul’s Church and Monastery while I’m there?
We have a permanent exhibition of archaeological finds belonging to the medieval monastic site at the neighbouring St. Paul’s Church. Check out our Museum & Collections page to find out more. You can visit the Site of the Monastery and St. Paul’s Church which is a short walk away. For more information about visiting the church, see their Facebook.
Do I have to book in advance?
General admission tickets can always be purchased at reception as well as online. For special events we recommend booking online.
Can I bring a picnic?
Yes, there are picnic tables on the grass by the farm entrance and inside the museum building. The picnic tables behind Jarrow Hall House are for Hive Coffee Company customers only.
Do you rescue animals?
Careful consideration is taken by the farm manager before agreeing to rehome any animals here at Jarrow Hall. Our farm team need to be confident that they can give every animal a high quality of life. Priority is given to rare, ancient and native breeds or those which help to educate our visitors about the development of farm animals throughout the ages. To enquire about our farm and animals, please get in touch here.
Do you take waste food for the animals?
Whole, raw fruits and vegetables which can be inspected by our farm team can be fed to some of our animals, however we cannot take peelings or general food waste. Find out more about our farm animals. You can make a donation to help support our farm on the Jarrow Hall Just Giving page.
I’ve lost something
We store any lost property until the end of the calendar year after which any left and unwanted items are donated to charity, where appropriate. Please get in touch if you think you have left something behind.
Do you take on work experience placements?
We have very limited resources to support work experience placements and due to our close working relationship with Groundwork’s SEN Route2Work College, priority is given to these students. However, we welcome you to get in touch and let us know how we can help.
Perhaps you would enjoy volunteering with us? See how you can get involved as a volunteer.
