Be inspired
Bede's World is the gateway to the Wearmouth-Jarrow monastic site, once home to the Venerable Bede and the UK's nomination for UNESCO World Heritage Site Status in 2011.
At this impressive attraction you'll find some fascinating displays and hands on activities that really bring the story of Bede and his fellow monks to life. The working farm with its' recreated timber Anglo-Saxon buildings and animals, including pigs, horses and sheep is sure to be a hit too, especially with the younger members of the family.
Next door to Bede's World is St Paul's Church and the remains of the medieval monastery. Amazingly the chancel in the church survives from the 7th century and would have stood during the time Bede worshiped there.
Overlooking the site is Jarrow Hall, a fine looking building that serves even more impressive home-made cakes and other home-made treats. Yum!
Did you know?
Find out more about the exciting bid for World Heritage Site status at Wearmouth-Jarrow
Highlights
- Dress up as a monk
- Feed the animals on the farm
- See the largest collection of 7th century window glass in Europe
How to get here
Bede's World
Church Bank
Jarrow
Tyne and Wear
NE32 3DY
0191 489 2106
Opening times
Monday to Saturday 10am to 5pm, Sunday 12.00pm to 5.00pm.
Closed Good Friday. For Christmas opening please contact Bede's World.
St Paul's Church open Monday to Saturday 10am to 4pm, Sunday 2.30pm to 4pm (subject to change).
Admission charges
Adults: £5.50
Concessions (inc children): £3.50
Family Ticket (2 adults & 2 children): £12.50
Admission to St Paul's Church is free.
Facilities
- Free car and coach parking
- Toilets
- Cafe
- Gift shop
- Discover Pass accepted
- Group discounts available
Access
- Wheelchair access throughout
- Ramps
- Accessible toilet
- Disabled parking
- Electric wheelchair available
- Facilities for deaf people and hard of hearing
- Large print and Braille leaflets
- Guide dogs welcome
