What's on
Something for everyone at Bailiffgate
There is plenty for all ages to see and do at Bailiffgate. Two floors of permanent exhibits illustrate the fascinating 10,000 year history of Alnwick and District. In addition there is a third Gallery floor. The following Exhibitions and Events will take place there during the year. You can click on the button below each picture to see more details. For details of opening hours, location etc, please see our Visit Us page.
Entry to the main Gallery exhibition and any other pop-up exhibitions is always free with museum entry. You do not need to reserve a place at any of these. If you become a museum Friend, then you and your family can also come in free for a whole year. See Details
5th Mar-30 May 2026 Bailiffgate presents a record-breaking exhibition of Star Wars toys, images and memorabilia. This will be big news all round the Galaxy. There is something for everyone to enjoy, right down to the hunt for Star Wars knitted figures for the youngest visitors to find.
There is something for everyone in our Spring exhibition, "May the Toys be With You," with a wide range of Star Wars memorabilia that has been a hit all over the UK. Younger children can take part in an "Alien Hunt" around our main exhibition floor for our individually-created figures. Our "hunts" are always popular!
Books make a great present, and there are many new specialist books about our wonderful area in our online Museum Shop. Also others related to the current exhibition . Browse though today at your convenience. You can collect or we can mail to anywhere in the UK. Free entry to the shop.
Just drop in to the Northumberland Hall anytime between 2 and 6pm on Thursday 16th April to learn about the latest plans for Alnwick. Representatives of both Northumberland County Council and Bailiffgate will be there to answer your questions. An exciting time for our town!
May the Fourth is a very special day for all Star Wars Fans, so we decided we had to do something special too. Entry for this day only is priced at all the 4's- Just £4 for Adults and 40p for children. Special events and games throughout the day too! For the full details use the link below.
On the 25th of April, space expert Ralph Dinsley explores the benefits associated from the use of near Earth orbits, the issue of space debris and the need for greater management of space traffic around the earth. Come and enjoy a stimulating talk at a time when space exploration and exploitation has never been more topical.
2nd June -30th Aug 2026. " Ration Books to Moon Landings" Bailiffgate presents a thought-provoking in-house exhibition of life in the Alnwick area from 1950 to 1970, drawing upon our extensive archives of items, written material and sound recordings. Participative activities for all the family.
1st Sept -1st Nov 2026. "Streets to Sea", a stunning exhibition by artist Kev Oldham, with almost unimagineable clarity of images, created by his advanced painting technique,
Saturday 19th September 2026 has been chosen as Alnwick's Heritage Open Day, so get it in your diary now. There will be special events all round the town. Entry to Bailiffgate will be free to residents of Alnwick District ( please bring some form of proof, such as an addressed utilty bill)
The process of moving Bailiffgate to the market square in the heart of Alnwick is now underway. This will be a major undertaking. Learn more details and the benefits to the community by using the link below
Curious about volunteering at Bailiffgate? Join us for our Drop‑in Tuesday events. Just pop into the museum for an informal chat, no booking required. It’s a relaxed hour where you can discover what volunteering at the museum involves and explore the opportunities that might suit you.
The only person who will ever set the prime meridians of two Planets is commemorated by a blue plaque in Alnwick , where he was born. To read many more stories of remarkable local people just follow the link below.
"Museum Detectives" is a stimulating quest for older children, finding clues dotted around the museum. They then get a free " Museum Detective" badge.
There are loads of fascinating personal videos to be seen on the Bailiffgate TV website. Stories from Alnwick past and its people such as Sheila and her paintings.
No need to book. Just turn up one second Tuesday and have a chat with us. How do you like to spend your time? What are you interested in? What skills or experience would you like to share with others, and how can Bailiffgate help in that? There is absolutely no pressure, and no commitment.
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