Welcome to The Beacon Museum

We are currently closed, but we will be open today: 10:00 – 16:30

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WHAT’S ON

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WORKSHOP – ADULTS

23 November 2024 | 10.30am – 1.00pm

FESTIVE PHOTOGRAPHY

Whether you want to improve those snowy landscapes or take enchanting family photos, Tom will guide you towards taking magical images whatever camera you use from a phone to something a bit more professional.

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EVENT

28 November 2024 | 7.00pm – 8.30pm

BEACON BOOK CLUB

Introducing a book club with a difference!

Novembers Theme – All Creatures Great and Small

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WORKSHOP 

30 November & 1 December 2024 | 11am

CHRISTMAS WREATH 

Create your own beautiful wreath with seasonal greenery and decorations. Perfect for adding a personal touch to your holiday decor. All materials provided!

Cumberland Sports exihibition image showing a bust of the head of Cumbrian Fell Runner, Joss Naylor

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.