Museums & Galleries · Newcastle
Newry and Mourne Museum
📍 BT34 2BY
Photo: Eric Jones (CC BY-SA 2.0), via Wikimedia Commons
- Explore prehistoric material and Newry's merchant town history
- Restored Bagenal's Castle uncovered during 1996 redevelopment
- Free guided tours of the main exhibitions
- Free audio guides available in English, Irish, French and German
- View a collection of over 14,000 artefacts and photographs
Newry and Mourne Museum is housed in the restored Bagenal's Castle, rediscovered in 1996 after decades hidden within a former bakery. Inside, you'll find exhibitions covering prehistoric material, Newry's history as a merchant town, local working life, and the experience of living in a border area, drawn from a collection of over 14,000 artefacts. Free guided tours run on Wednesday afternoons, and free audio guides are available in several languages for those who prefer to explore independently. It's a good choice for anyone curious about local heritage, with free admission and no need to budget extra time for queues. For a trip to Newry, Mourne and Down, there are 3 bookable places to stay within 5 miles, making it easy to combine a museum visit with a wider stay in the area.
Practical details
- Open
- Tuesday to Saturday, 10am–4.30pm
- Booking
- Booking advisable for free Wednesday tours
- Best for
- Visitors interested in local history and heritage
From the attraction's own website on 21 Oct 2026 — check before you travel.
Facilities
- ✓ Guided Tours
- ✓ Indoor Areas
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