Nature & gardens
Bowlees Visitor Centre
A small visitor centre and cafe in a converted chapel in Upper Teesdale, the start of short family walks to Gibson's Cave (a waterfall you can stand behind) and the river cascades at Low Force. A cheaper, gentler companion to High Force just upstream.
📍 Newbiggin-in-Teesdale, North East · DL12 0XF
Visitor information
- Ages
- 0–16+
- Typical visit
- Half day
- Address
- Bowlees, Newbiggin, Barnard Castle DL12 0XF
- Opening times
- 2026: daily 10:00-16:00, extended to 17:00 from 30 Mar-27 Sep; weekends only in early March and late November.
- Website
- www.northpennines.org.uk
Family facilities
Last checked 7 Oct 2026
- Café on site
- ParkingDonate-and-display car park.
- IndoorIndoor and outdoor areas
A guide, not a guarantee. Shown only where the venue or a trusted source has told us. Not listed doesn't mean not available — check with the venue if it matters for your visit.
Make a day of it
Bowlees Visitor Centre is a stop on this planned day out, with timings, lunch and what's nearby.
Tumble lists this attraction for discovery only — we're not affiliated with it and earn nothing from your visit. Always check the official website for the latest opening times, prices and booking requirements.