Welcome to The Beacon Museum
We are open today: 10:00 – 16:30
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EVENT
3 December 2024 | 7.30pm
FRIENDS OF THE BEACON
Post Haste for Christmas with Alan Cleaver and Lesley Park (Authors of ‘A Lake District Christmas’)
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EVENT – KIDS
14 December 2024 | 11am, 1pm, 3pm
PET ENCOUNTERS
Learn about animals, their habitats and where they originate from. You’ll also get the opportunity to interact with many of the animals.
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EVENT
21 & 22 December 2024 | 10am – 4.30pm
THE BEACON MUSEUM’S CHRISTMAS EXTRAVAGANZA
A festive weekend, full of holiday cheer, perfect for the whole family.
PLEASE NOTE THIS DOES NOT INCLUDE A SANTA’S VISIT
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.