Welcome to The Beacon Museum
We are open today: 10:00 – 16:30
*Please note that the museum will be closed from Monday 23 December 2024, and will re-open on Tuesday 7 January 2025*
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EVENT – FAMILY
21 & 22 December 2024 | 10am – 4.30pm
CHRISTMAS EXTRAVAGANZA
A festive weekend, full of holiday cheer, perfect for the whole family PLEASE NOTE THIS DOES NOT INCLUDE A SANTA’S VISIT
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EVENT – FAMILY
21 & 22 December 2024 | 10am – 4.00pm
SANTA’S GROTTO
“SANTA! SANTA’S COMING! I KNOW HIM!”
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EVENT – FAMILY
Monday 23 December – Tuesday 7 January
MUSEUM CLOSED
The Beacon Museum will be closed on Monday 23 December 2024 and will reopen on Tuesday 7 January 2025.
Wildlife Photographer of the Year
Stunning images will be unveiled as Wildlife Photographer of the Year arrives at The Beacon Museum.
26 October 2024 – 26 January 2025
The Harbour Gallery
Stormy Scene by William Fortescue, Wildlife Photographer of the Year.
Credit: © William Fortescue.
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YOUR VISIT
Discover our past, present and future.
VISIT
Everything you need to know on visiting The Beacon Museum.
GALLERIES
Whether you’re 4 or 104, there is something for everyone to enjoy at The Beacon Museum.
HOWLING WOLF ARTISAN BAKERY AND CAFE
Sit back and relax with family and friends and enjoy a delicious bite to eat in the Café.
THE BEACON PORTAL
Looking to hire a room? Well look no further.
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HARBOUR AND TOWN TRAIL
There is more to discover at Whitehaven Harbour!
Use the West Cumbria with the Beacon Museum App to find points of interest along the trail and the use the GPS enabled map to track your progress.