What’s on

View what activities, talks and workshops we have coming up at the museum.

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WHAT’S ON

                                       

EXHIBITION – Light and Dark Gallery

5 April – 22 June 2025

WE THINK THE WORLD OF YOU – People and Dogs drawn together by David Remfry MBE RA

Delicate portraits reveal the mutual understanding and sympathy of these relationships.

EXHIBITION – Harbour Gallery 

21 June – 14 September 2025

GIANT SOFT BRICKS PLAYLAND

Entertaining, hands-on, soft-play which is suitable for 6 months – 8 year olds. Separate fee to museum admission. Booking is required.  Booking opens 1 June.

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EVENT

Thursday 26 June | 7.00pm

THE BEACON BOOK CLUB

A book club with a difference! Each month we set a theme that compliments the museum’s changing exhibitions. June’s theme – Coming soon!

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YOGA

Saturday 28 June 2025| 9.15am – 10.00am

FACE YOGA

Ruth will guide you with a beautiful breath meditation and gentle movements, which will help you to unwind.

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TALK

Tuesday 1 July | 7.30pm

FRIENDS OF BEACON TALK

TOPIC – THE ESKDALE MILL AT BOOT By Paul Pharaoh.Each talk costs £2 for members and £3 for non-members.

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EXHIBITION – Light and Dark Gallery 

5 July – 7 September 2025

FORTY FARMS

This exhibition is the result of frank conversations about change in the landscapes of Cumbria.

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WORKSHOP – ADULT

Sunday 6 July 2025 | 11.00am – 1.30pm

KINTSUGI

Discover the ancient art of Kintsugi in a fun and creative way and create beautiful ceramic pieces to take home.

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YOGA

Saturday 19 July 2025 | 9.15am – 10.00am

FREEDOM FLOW YOGA

Ruth will guide you with a beautiful breath meditation and gentle movements, which will help you to unwind.

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EVENT – KIDS

Tuesday 22 July & 12 August | 11am & 1pm

GLASS WORKSHOP FOR KIDS

Make a bowl or wall hanging in this glass fusing class. Enjoy being creative with hands on help and the freedom to create your own design. .

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EVENT – KIDS

Every Thursday during School holidays

PET ENCOUNTERS

This hands-on adventure is perfect for animal lovers of all ages. Create lasting memories, learn about different species, and leave with a heart full of joy.

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WORKSHOP – ADULT

Saturday 6 September 2025 |10.00am-1.00pm

GLASS FUSING WORKSHOP

Make your very own bowl or wall art in this glass fusing class with Roxanne Denny of RD Glass. 

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WORKSHOP – ADULT

Sunday 9 November 2025 |10.00am -1.00pm

CHRISTMAS GLASS DECORATION

Make your very own Christmas decorations in this glass fusing class with Roxanne Denny of RD Glass. 

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WORKSHOP – ADULT

Sunday 30 November 2025 | 11.00am -1.30pm

FESTIVE CONTEMPORARY GILDING

The perfect workshop to ring in the Christmas Spirit. Learn the art of Contemporary Gilding. 

Eat, shop and discover

Howling Wolf Artisan Bakery and Cafe

Bakery & Cafe serving delicious coffee & meals & in-house baked bread & pastries.  For more information click here (please note this link takes you to a Facebook page).

Tues-Sat 10.00am – 4.30pm

Sun 10.00am-4:00pm.

The Beacon Museum Shop

Featuring a range of unique gifts that continue the story and themes of your visit. From iconic Whitehaven scenes in print, to locally crafted preserves and gifts.

Explore Whitehaven

The Beacon Team have lots of knowledge of Whitehaven and the local areas. They are more than happy to help direct you to discover the stunning area surrounding the Museum.

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