Welcome to The Beacon Museum
We are currently closed, but we will be open today: 10:00 – 16:30
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PLAN YOUR VISIT
Discover our past, present and future.
VISIT
Everything you need to know on visiting The Beacon Museum.
THE BEACON SHOP
Discover the perfect gift and remember your visit with something special.
HOWLING WOLF ARTISAN BAKERY AND CAFE
Sit back and relax with family and friends and enjoy a delicious bite to eat in the Café.
Festive Pet Encounters
Embark on a Christmas themed Pet Encounter Experience where you can meet, greet and interact with some of the most adorable and fascinating animals.
13 and 14 December 2025 | The Beacon Portal
FAMILY EVENT
Saturday 13 and Sunday 14 December 2025 | 10.00am – 4.00pm
MEET SANTA
BOOK CLUB
Thursday 29 January 2026 | 7.00pm – 8.30pm
THE BEACON BOOK CLUB
EXHIBITION
Saturday 20 September 2025 – Sunday 1 February 2026
SERVICE, SOLIDARITY & SACRIFICE
VOLUNTEER
At The Beacon Museum, we believe everyone has something unique to contribute. There are many ways to get involved, from guiding visitors through our galleries and assisting our curator to digitising our collection. We also offer opportunities to participate in one-off projects, care for artefacts, repair costumes, or support events. Whatever your interests, there’s a place for you at The Beacon Museum.
GET INVOLVED →
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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.