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.