Spanish Gallery | The Auckland Project
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Spanish Gallery | The Auckland Project
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Opening Times Today
Spanish Gallery
10:30am - 4:00pm (Tour Only Entry 11am, 12pm - 4pm Entry As Normal)
Opening Times
Our attractions are normally open from 10.30am - 4pm, Wednesday - Sunday and Bank Holiday Mondays (different times apply to Weardale Railway)
Today: Thursday 23rd April
Auckland Palace
Open
10:30am - 4:00pm (last entry 3:30pm)
Auckland Tower
Open
10:30am - 4:00pm (Last entry 3.30pm)
Auckland Gardens
Open
10:30am - 5:00pm (Last entry 4.30pm)
Spanish Gallery
Open
10:30am - 4:00pm (Tour Only Entry 11am, 12pm - 4pm Entry As Normal)
Mining Art Gallery
Open
10:30am - 4:00pm (Last entry 3.30pm)
Faith Museum
Open
10:30am - 4:00pm (Last entry 3.30pm)
El Castillo – Tapas Restaurant North East
Open
12:00 pm - 10:00 pm (last orders at 8.30pm)
Bishop’s Kitchen
Open
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
The Park Head Hotel Restaurant
Open
7:30 am - 7:00 pm ((last orders at 6.45pm))
Deer Park
Open
Weardale Railway
See website for times
Binchester
Closed
CLOSED TODAY
Book your tickets
Buy an Unlimited Pass
Admission Costs
Venue specific,
Admission + Tickets
Adult
Child
Family 1
*
Go to footnote for Family 1
Family 2
**
Go to footnote for Family 2
Bishop's Key
Adult
£30
Child
£13.50
Family 1
£45
Family 2
£75
Local Bishop's Key
Adult
£24
Child
£10.80
Family 1
£36
Family 2
£60
Multi attraction ticket
Auckland Palace
Multi attraction ticket
Auckland Palace + Auckland Gardens + Faith Museum
Auckland Gardens
Faith Museum
£20
£12.50
£52.50
Auckland Tower
Adult
Free
Child
Free
Family 1
Free
Family 2
Free
Spanish Gallery
Adult
£12.50
Child
£6
Family 1
£18.50
Family 2
£31
Mining Art Gallery
Adult
£8
Child
£5
Family 1
Family 2
Deer Park
Adult
Free
Child
Free
Family 1
Free
Family 2
Free
Weardale Railway
Visit website for ticket prices
Our Bishop’s Key pass includes access to Auckland Castle & Gardens, the Spanish Gallery, the Mining Art Gallery and the Faith Museum.
The Bishop’s Key pass does not include Kynren or Weardale Railway.
Our Local Bishop's Pass
Do you live in a DL4, DL5, DL13, DL14, DL15, DL16 or DL17 postcode? Simply show proof of address when you visit to claim your Local Bishop’s Key.
The Local Bishop’s Key is not available to purchase online.
*
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Family 1 – one adult
**
Return to footnote anchor
Family 2 – two adults
and up to four children aged 4-15 (under 3s free)
Other ticketing options
Child (4 and Under): Free
Carer Ticket: Free
Arts Pass Ticket: Free
Historic Houses Ticket: Free (Castle & Faith only)
Friend of The Auckland Project Ticket: Free
Local Bishop’s Key (only available when purchased in-person)
Book your tickets
Buy an Unlimited Pass
Tour Only Entry 11am, 12pm – 4pm Entry As Normal
Buy Tickets
Bishop’s Key
Find Your Way
Want to make the most of your visit? Check out the
map
or visit the
Itineraries page
to plan your day.
Discover
Francisco de Zurbarán, Benjamin (1640-1645)
The only painting from Zurbarán's Jacob and His Twelve Sons not acquired by Bishop Trevor for Auckland Palace, Benjamin is the first painting visitors see as they enter the Spanish Gallery.
El Greco, Christ on the Cross (1600-1610)
El Greco's Christ on the Cross shows the moment in St Matthew’s gospel when Christ looks up and says: “My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?”
Juan Bautista Maíno, The Copatronazgo of Saint James and Saint Teresa of Avila, around 1627
A remarkable survival, Juan Bautista Maíno's painting The Copatronazgo is unique in depicting Saint James and Saint Teresa of Avila side by side, as joint patron saints of Spain.
‘In the Blink of an Eye’, Factum Arte and Factum Foundation
A remarkable exhibition featuring physical facsimiles of great Spanish works of art made by Factum Art and Factum Foundation using the latest digital technologies.
The Virgin of the Assumption, attributed to Alejo de Vahía (around 1509)
This fine sculpture of gilt and polychromed wood shows a youthful Virgin with her hands joined in prayer and is distinctly Hispano-Flemish in style. Gift of Sir Michael Craig-Martin.
Special tribute to 800 years of the mendicant orders
On the Balcony, we have a special tribute to 800 years of the mendicant orders, with paintings of the Dominican theologian, Saint Thomas Aquinas, who was born in about 1225, and Saint Francis of Assisi, founder of the Franciscan Order, who died in 1226.
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The Spanish Gallery is a unique and remarkable cornucopia of art, history and culture celebrating the Spanish Golden Age.
Here you can experience the majesty and melodrama of one of the UK’s largest collections of 16th and 17th century Spanish artworks outside London, and admire masterpieces by renowned artists including El Greco, Murillo, Zurbarán and Velázquez.
The Spanish Gallery is inspired by Francisco de Zurbarán’s series of Spanish masterpieces, Jacob and His Twelve Sons, which have hung in Auckland Palace for over 250 years. Opening with Zubarán’s Benjamin, the only work not originally bought in 1756 by Bishop Trevor, the Spanish Gallery tells the story of these masterpieces’ journey from Spain to England nearly 300 years ago within the wider context of the Spanish Golden Age.
This world class gallery, which is spread across four floors and housed in two stunning Grade II listed buildings, is fast becoming a must-see for art enthusiasts across the North East of England and beyond.
Watch our video to learn more about ‘The Making of the Spanish Gallery’
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Dine With Us
From our garden fork to your dinner plate, enjoy delicious home-grown food when you dine in our cafes and restaurants.
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Our Collections
From priceless paintings to historic archives, our collections at The Auckland Project help to tell the remarkable story of Bishop Auckland.
Find out more
about Our Collections
What's On
View all events
The Hearth - No.1 Market Place, Bishop Auckland, DL14 7NJ
FREE – no booking required
Archaeology ‘Open Lab’
Fridays Weekly
3.30pm - 4.30pm
Find out more
Auckland Gardens
FREE – Booking required online or at the Auckland Tower
Auckland Gardens Tours
Saturday 25 April
1.30pm - 2.30pm
Find out more
Mining Art Gallery
Free
with Mining Art Gallery admission
Tom McGuinness: Out of the Darkness
18 February 2026 – December 2026
Wednesday - Sunday
10.30am - 4pm
Find out more
Our Attractions
The Auckland Project is a unique collection of visitor attractions in and around Bishop Auckland. As a regeneration charity, our mission is to create positive change for those living, working in and visiting our town. By visiting our attractions, you are helping us to ensure that Bishop Auckland's future is as vibrant as its past.
Auckland Palace
Walk in the footsteps of the Prince Bishops of Durham, the original ‘Kings of the North’.
Walk in the footsteps of the Prince Bishops of Durham, the original ‘Kings of the North’.
Auckland Tower
Climb high to see far as you begin your adventure in Bishop Auckland.
Climb high to see far as you begin your adventure in Bishop Auckland.
Auckland Gardens
Awaken your senses in the landscaped gardens surrounding Auckland Palace.
Awaken your senses in the landscaped gardens surrounding Auckland Palace.
Spanish Gallery
The UK’s first gallery dedicated to the art and culture of the Spanish Golden Age.
The UK’s first gallery dedicated to the art and culture of the Spanish Golden Age.
Mining Art Gallery
An intimate and awe-inspiring collection of mining art.
An intimate and awe-inspiring collection of mining art.
Faith Museum
To understand the story of Britain, we need to understand the impact of faith on its people.
To understand the story of Britain, we need to understand the impact of faith on its people.
Deer Park
An outdoor adventure awaits in the historic Deer Park.
An outdoor adventure awaits in the historic Deer Park.
Weardale Railway
Ride the rails of history through beautiful Weardale.
Ride the rails of history through beautiful Weardale.
Binchester
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Skip to content
Our Bishop’s Key is the best way to discover everything The Auckland Project has to offer.
Find out more
Opening Times Today
Spanish Gallery
10:30am - 4:00pm (Tour Only Entry 11am, 12pm - 4pm Entry As Normal)
Opening Times
Our attractions are normally open from 10.30am - 4pm, Wednesday - Sunday and Bank Holiday Mondays (different times apply to Weardale Railway)
Today: Thursday 23rd April
Auckland Palace
Open
10:30am - 4:00pm (last entry 3:30pm)
Auckland Tower
Open
10:30am - 4:00pm (Last entry 3.30pm)
Auckland Gardens
Open
10:30am - 5:00pm (Last entry 4.30pm)
Spanish Gallery
Open
10:30am - 4:00pm (Tour Only Entry 11am, 12pm - 4pm Entry As Normal)
Mining Art Gallery
Open
10:30am - 4:00pm (Last entry 3.30pm)
Faith Museum
Open
10:30am - 4:00pm (Last entry 3.30pm)
El Castillo – Tapas Restaurant North East
Open
12:00 pm - 10:00 pm (last orders at 8.30pm)
Bishop’s Kitchen
Open
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
The Park Head Hotel Restaurant
Open
7:30 am - 7:00 pm ((last orders at 6.45pm))
Deer Park
Open
Weardale Railway
See website for times
Binchester
Closed
CLOSED TODAY
Book your tickets
Buy an Unlimited Pass
Admission Costs
Venue specific,
Admission + Tickets
Adult
Child
Family 1
*
Go to footnote for Family 1
Family 2
**
Go to footnote for Family 2
Bishop's Key
Adult
£30
Child
£13.50
Family 1
£45
Family 2
£75
Local Bishop's Key
Adult
£24
Child
£10.80
Family 1
£36
Family 2
£60
Multi attraction ticket
Auckland Palace
Multi attraction ticket
Auckland Palace + Auckland Gardens + Faith Museum
Auckland Gardens
Faith Museum
£20
£12.50
£52.50
Auckland Tower
Adult
Free
Child
Free
Family 1
Free
Family 2
Free
Spanish Gallery
Adult
£12.50
Child
£6
Family 1
£18.50
Family 2
£31
Mining Art Gallery
Adult
£8
Child
£5
Family 1
Family 2
Deer Park
Adult
Free
Child
Free
Family 1
Free
Family 2
Free
Weardale Railway
Visit website for ticket prices
Our Bishop’s Key pass includes access to Auckland Castle & Gardens, the Spanish Gallery, the Mining Art Gallery and the Faith Museum.
The Bishop’s Key pass does not include Kynren or Weardale Railway.
Our Local Bishop's Pass
Do you live in a DL4, DL5, DL13, DL14, DL15, DL16 or DL17 postcode? Simply show proof of address when you visit to claim your Local Bishop’s Key.
The Local Bishop’s Key is not available to purchase online.
*
Return to footnote anchor
Family 1 – one adult
**
Return to footnote anchor
Family 2 – two adults
and up to four children aged 4-15 (under 3s free)
Other ticketing options
Child (4 and Under): Free
Carer Ticket: Free
Arts Pass Ticket: Free
Historic Houses Ticket: Free (Castle & Faith only)
Friend of The Auckland Project Ticket: Free
Local Bishop’s Key (only available when purchased in-person)
Book your tickets
Buy an Unlimited Pass
Tour Only Entry 11am, 12pm – 4pm Entry As Normal
Buy Tickets
Bishop’s Key
Find Your Way
Want to make the most of your visit? Check out the
map
or visit the
Itineraries page
to plan your day.
Discover
Francisco de Zurbarán, Benjamin (1640-1645)
The only painting from Zurbarán's Jacob and His Twelve Sons not acquired by Bishop Trevor for Auckland Palace, Benjamin is the first painting visitors see as they enter the Spanish Gallery.
El Greco, Christ on the Cross (1600-1610)
El Greco's Christ on the Cross shows the moment in St Matthew’s gospel when Christ looks up and says: “My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?”
Juan Bautista Maíno, The Copatronazgo of Saint James and Saint Teresa of Avila, around 1627
A remarkable survival, Juan Bautista Maíno's painting The Copatronazgo is unique in depicting Saint James and Saint Teresa of Avila side by side, as joint patron saints of Spain.
‘In the Blink of an Eye’, Factum Arte and Factum Foundation
A remarkable exhibition featuring physical facsimiles of great Spanish works of art made by Factum Art and Factum Foundation using the latest digital technologies.
The Virgin of the Assumption, attributed to Alejo de Vahía (around 1509)
This fine sculpture of gilt and polychromed wood shows a youthful Virgin with her hands joined in prayer and is distinctly Hispano-Flemish in style. Gift of Sir Michael Craig-Martin.
Special tribute to 800 years of the mendicant orders
On the Balcony, we have a special tribute to 800 years of the mendicant orders, with paintings of the Dominican theologian, Saint Thomas Aquinas, who was born in about 1225, and Saint Francis of Assisi, founder of the Franciscan Order, who died in 1226.
Previous Slide
Next Slide
The Spanish Gallery is a unique and remarkable cornucopia of art, history and culture celebrating the Spanish Golden Age.
Here you can experience the majesty and melodrama of one of the UK’s largest collections of 16th and 17th century Spanish artworks outside London, and admire masterpieces by renowned artists including El Greco, Murillo, Zurbarán and Velázquez.
The Spanish Gallery is inspired by Francisco de Zurbarán’s series of Spanish masterpieces, Jacob and His Twelve Sons, which have hung in Auckland Palace for over 250 years. Opening with Zubarán’s Benjamin, the only work not originally bought in 1756 by Bishop Trevor, the Spanish Gallery tells the story of these masterpieces’ journey from Spain to England nearly 300 years ago within the wider context of the Spanish Golden Age.
This world class gallery, which is spread across four floors and housed in two stunning Grade II listed buildings, is fast becoming a must-see for art enthusiasts across the North East of England and beyond.
Watch our video to learn more about ‘The Making of the Spanish Gallery’
Explore
Previous Slide
Next Slide
Make the most of your visit
a slightly bonkers day out
Discover a unique collection of visitor attractions, centred around the magnificent Auckland Palace
Find out more
about a slightly bonkers day out
Dine With Us
From our garden fork to your dinner plate, enjoy delicious home-grown food when you dine in our cafes and restaurants.
Find out more
about Dine With Us
Our Collections
From priceless paintings to historic archives, our collections at The Auckland Project help to tell the remarkable story of Bishop Auckland.
Find out more
about Our Collections
What's On
View all events
The Hearth - No.1 Market Place, Bishop Auckland, DL14 7NJ
FREE – no booking required
Archaeology ‘Open Lab’
Fridays Weekly
3.30pm - 4.30pm
Find out more
Auckland Gardens
FREE – Booking required online or at the Auckland Tower
Auckland Gardens Tours
Saturday 25 April
1.30pm - 2.30pm
Find out more
Mining Art Gallery
Free
with Mining Art Gallery admission
Tom McGuinness: Out of the Darkness
18 February 2026 – December 2026
Wednesday - Sunday
10.30am - 4pm
Find out more
Our Attractions
The Auckland Project is a unique collection of visitor attractions in and around Bishop Auckland. As a regeneration charity, our mission is to create positive change for those living, working in and visiting our town. By visiting our attractions, you are helping us to ensure that Bishop Auckland's future is as vibrant as its past.
Auckland Palace
Walk in the footsteps of the Prince Bishops of Durham, the original ‘Kings of the North’.
Walk in the footsteps of the Prince Bishops of Durham, the original ‘Kings of the North’.
Auckland Tower
Climb high to see far as you begin your adventure in Bishop Auckland.
Climb high to see far as you begin your adventure in Bishop Auckland.
Auckland Gardens
Awaken your senses in the landscaped gardens surrounding Auckland Palace.
Awaken your senses in the landscaped gardens surrounding Auckland Palace.
Spanish Gallery
The UK’s first gallery dedicated to the art and culture of the Spanish Golden Age.
The UK’s first gallery dedicated to the art and culture of the Spanish Golden Age.
Mining Art Gallery
An intimate and awe-inspiring collection of mining art.
An intimate and awe-inspiring collection of mining art.
Faith Museum
To understand the story of Britain, we need to understand the impact of faith on its people.
To understand the story of Britain, we need to understand the impact of faith on its people.
Deer Park
An outdoor adventure awaits in the historic Deer Park.
An outdoor adventure awaits in the historic Deer Park.
Weardale Railway
Ride the rails of history through beautiful Weardale.
Ride the rails of history through beautiful Weardale.
Binchester
Previous Slide
Next Slide
Back to Top
© Copyright 2026, The Auckland Project. Company Registered in England and Wales Number 07931440. Charity Number 1146219. Registered Office: 58 Kingsway, Bishop Auckland, County Durham, DL14 7JF LPT Trading Limited is a subsidiary to a sister charity. It does not trade with unrelated third parties. Enquiries in relation to LPT Trading Limited should be made to
[email protected]
Made by HdK