Planning your visit
The Great North Museum: Hancock is open daily with FREE entry for a great value day out.
Managed by Tyne & Wear Archives & Museums on behalf of Newcastle University
Plan your visit to the Great North Museum: Hancock using the information on this page.
Free entry. Last entry is 15 minutes before closing time.
Monday | 10am - 5pm |
Tuesday | 10am - 5pm |
Wednesday | 10am - 5pm |
Thursday | 10am - 5pm |
Friday | 10am - 5pm |
Saturday | 10am - 4pm |
Sunday | 11am - 4pm |
Closed Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Years’ Day.
The Great North Museum: Hancock is open daily with FREE entry for a great value day out.
Telephone: (0191) 208 6765
Textphone: 18001 0191 208 6765
Email: info@greatnorthmuseum.org.uk
The external platform lift on the right side of the building is out of order. Please use the accessible ramp on the left side of the building. Plan your visit here.
Christmas hours
Closed Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Years’ Day.
Library Christmas Closure
The Library will be closed from Friday 22 December 2023 until Monday 8 January 2024.
Making your visit easy and enjoyable.
Plan your transport to the museum.
Find out what we offer for your comfort and convenience.
Find out what facilities we have available.
We're on the Angel's Way trail. Check out the other routes as well
A unique Library on the second floor of the Museum.
Visit exhibitions and behind-the-scenes areas from the comfort of home.