Planning your visit

Use this page to help plan a visit to the Great North Museum: Hancock.

Welcome

The Great North Museum: Hancock is open daily with FREE entry for a great value day out.

Opening hours

The Library will be closed from 26 to 29 August 2024.

Monday10am - 5pm
Tuesday10am - 5pm
Wednesday10am - 5pm
Thursday10am - 5pm
Friday10am - 5pm
Saturday10am - 4pm
Sunday11am - 4pm
  • Free entry for a great value day out. 
  • Last entry is 15 minutes before closing time.
  • Please note that opening times differ for the Mouse House.
  • The Library is open Monday – Thursday, 10am – 2pm (except bank holidays). 
  • On weekday mornings during term time the museum is often busy with school groups. If you would like a quieter experience, we recommend visiting after 2.30pm.

Getting here

  • We are based on Newcastle University campus in the north of Newcastle city centre. Our address is:

Great North Museum: Hancock
Barras Bridge
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE2 4PT


During your visit

  • Our café is open, serving hot and cold refreshments. 
  • During the school holidays, we provide an indoor picnic space. 
  • Please help us maintain hygiene and protect our collections by not eating or drinking in any other area of the museum. 
  • Our shop is a great place to pick up a memento of your visit with a range of products from dinosaur soft toys to books covering a range of the subjects explored in the museum.
  • Find out more about our exhibitions and events.

School groups

  • If you wish to bring a school or college group to the museum, please contact the Learning team who will be able to discuss your visit requirements directly with you. 
  • Email: learning@greatnorthmuseum.org.uk.

Summer holiday groups

We love welcoming groups during the summer and there’s lots to do! Please click here to plan a summer holiday group visit to the Museum.

Your support

  • Help us ensure art, culture and heritage continue to make a positive impact in our region.  
  • Donate today. Thank you!

​Need to find a toilet on the way to the Museum?

Need to find a toilet on the way to the Museum? Click here to visit the The Great British Public Toilet Map, a database of publicly-accessible toilets.