The Beacon

West Strand, Whitehaven, Cumbria CA28 7LY
01946592302
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A fun and exciting museum with a constantly changing programme of exhibitions. Lots of interactive displays and interesting fact to entertain the whole family whilst you learn about Whitehaven and a range of different and exciting topics. They have a number of family events throughout the year, check their website for the latest.

Somewhere To Eat?

There is a cafe in the basement where you can get lots of tasty food and drinks.

Where Shall I Park?

There's pay and display parking available.

Features

Indoor

Suitable For

toddler

3-5

6-9

10+

Opening Times

July - September Daily 10:00 - 16:30 September - January Tue - Sun 10:00 - 16:30

Price Information

Adults : £6.50
Child : £3.25
Concessions : £5.25
Family Ticket : £16.50

Facilities

•Toilets•Cafe

How To Get There

West Strand, Whitehaven, Cumbria CA28 7LY
01946592302
Website
Email

Directions

Located on the West Coast of Cumbria and easily accessible from the M6 via the A66, the A595 (north or south) and from the south on the A590 via Broughton in Furness. Enter Whitehaven from the north or south on the A595. Follow the Town Centre and brown Museum signs. The Beacon is located on the Harbourside and looks like a large lighthouse.

Tips

Victoria M.
Joined: 10 years ago
5 Reviews

The cafe is lovely and very child and baby friendly

8th Feb 15

Rachel G.
Joined: 10 years ago
4 Reviews

I visited this museum in 2013 when the exhibit was the shark and dinosaurs. We took 5 children aged between 4 and 13years old and all thoroughly enjoyed it! There are lots of interactive exhibits that educate and entertain. The favourites for me were a weather forecasting station where you can see yourself as a weather forecaster and the retro toys area. All in all this is great value for money and a good day out, especially on a rainy day!

24th Oct 14