The Beacon Science Week

Feb 7, 2023 | Media release

THE BEACON Museum is celebrating science this half term with a range of hands-on workshops and exciting events. ‘Gravity, forces and space’ is the theme of the event, running from February 18 – 26. It kicks off with a visit from a special visitor on...

Marchon heritage explored in Beacon Museum exhibition

Jan 16, 2023 | Media release

THE BEACON Museum is to host an exhibition inspired by a major industry from the past. ‘Marchon: Home from Home, an Ongoing Conversation’ is a series of works from local artist Julie O’Neill and her collaborators. It runs from February 4  until April 16 at...

Hadrianic Frontier of the Western Lake District and Coast

Dec 22, 2022 | Media release

COPELAND council has commissioned a short film highlighting the incredible Roman history of West Cumbria. The Hadrianic Frontier is launched today (Thursday, December 22), and will be shown at Muncaster Castle, The Beacon Museum in Whitehaven, and the  Senhouse Roman...

FREE days at The Beacon Museum

Dec 8, 2022 | Media release

  THE BEACON Museum in Whitehaven is opening its doors to everyone for free at the end of this month. The event is a ‘thank you’ to local people and partners for their support, and a chance for everyone to see what the museum has to offer, at no cost. The...

A very special Christmas at the Beacon Museum

Oct 26, 2022 | Media release

THE BEACON Museum has revealed an exciting programme of Christmas events. There is something for everyone, from wreath-making for kids to family photography sessions – and there’s even a chance to meet Frozen’s Elsa. See all the details below....

Museum and its staff deemed ‘superb’

Oct 26, 2022 | Media release

STAFF at The Beacon Museum have been recognised as offering visitors an exceptional experience. The team has been awarded the ‘Welcome Accolade’ by tourism body Visit England. It means the museum has been assessed by experts for its content, staff, cleanliness,...