THE BEACON BOOK CLUB
NEXT BOOK CLUB – THURSDAY 24 SEPTEMBER 2026 – FAVOURITE FIRST LINES
Last Thursday of every month | 7.00pm – 8.30pm
FREE ENTRY
A book club with a difference! Each month we set a theme that compliments the museum’s changing exhibitions.
The Beacon Book club is an informal, friendly group of likeminded people who want to share their passion for reading and to discover new favourite books and make new friends.
Most of the suggested reading can be found at or ordered through the Cumberland Library Service as print books, e-books or audiobooks, but we also encourage you to take the theme and browse through the library shelves, charity shops and independent booksellers to find something unexpected. You can find a copy of each month’s suggested reading list below, or ask at the museum reception for a printed copy.
Everyone is welcome! Tea and cake will be provided.
Don’t forget to follow our Beacon Book Club Facebook page for all discussions and up to date news – The Beacon Museum Book Club | Facebook
OCTOBER’S THEME – LIFTING THE VEIL
THURSDAY 29 OCTOBER 2026
Is it……
A Veil of Mist across the Valley…
A Bridal Veil…
Harry Potter’s Veil of Mystery…
The Veil between the Worlds…
Which Book reveals what is behind The Veil? Come along and share what you have discovered!
NOVEMBER’S THEME – CLIMB EVERY MOUNTAIN!
THURSDAY 26 NOVEMBER 2026
Whether it’s the spoof Ascent of Rum Doodle, a nostalgic look at the Story of the Trapp Family Singers or Hillary and Tenzing Conquering Everest, there’s a Mountain of Books to choose from to pair with the new Pillar Rock Exhibition!