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Welcome to The Beacon

The interactive Beacon is awash with the history of Copeland. You’ll be amazed at the area’s rich past and you won’t believe what a great time everyone has exploring the Beacon’s five floors!

We offer easy access, guided tours, room hire, group bookings, gallery exhibitions, events and activities. We even have educational services, and groups and clubs.

Come explore with us!

Read Sophies Blog about The Beacon on the Western Lake District website.

What's On Next

29.05.2013 | 11.00 Hooked on Crafts
04.06.2013 | 19.30 The Czech Connection
02.07.2013 | 19.30 Down Among the Red Men
06.08.2013 | 19.30 The Railways of West Cumb...
03.09.2013 | 19.30 Social Evening
01.10.2013 | 19.30 AGM and 'Hidden Treasures...
05.11.2013 | 19.30 Newhouses - The Generatio...
03.12.2013 | 19.30 On the Hunt for Fairies