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LEARN
At The Beacon Museum, learning comes alive through curiosity, creativity, and discovery. Our education programmes are designed to inspire visitors of all ages — from school groups and families to lifelong learners.
Explore hands-on workshops, interactive exhibitions, and curriculum-linked sessions that bring history, science, and art to life. Whether you’re uncovering the past, experimenting with new ideas, or sparking young imaginations, The Beacon is a place where knowledge shines.
SCHOOLS
Our education team bring the primary curriculum and much more, to life.
FAMILY RESOURCES
Access a range of documents and resources to keep your family engaged and entertained.
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.
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EXPLORE FURTHER
PLAN YOUR VISIT
Everything you need to know on visiting The Beacon Museum.
ACCESSIBILITY AT THE MUSEUM
Find out how to make the most of your visit to the Museum.
THE BEACON SHOP
Discover the perfect gift and remember your visit with something special.