Lakeland Motor Museum

Family Friendly Exhibits at Lakeland Motor Museum in Newby Bridge, Lake District

Old Blue Mill, Backbarrow, Newby Bridge, Cumbria, LA12 8TA

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About

Explore our collection of classic cars, motorcycles, bicycles and automobilia and learn more about the history of road transport throughout the 20th century. Our award-winning museum is set within a stunning riverside location and houses unique displays that will appeal to the whole family.

Refresh your memory of iconic, unique, or unusual vehicles from your childhood and get up close to some rare examples from yesteryear. Our indoor museum is an all-weather attraction and with an ever-changing display and recreations it's always worth a repeat visit.

Special displays include Campbell Bluebird exhibition celebrating the record-breaking history of the Campbell family, Isle of Man TT display, Classic Bicycles and Lake District Industrial heritage.

Keep an eye on our website for visiting specialist clubs that exhibit their cars outside on most weekends, plus our popular Classic Drive & Ride In Days which see hundreds of private classics descend on the museum.

Add to this free parking, free kids quiz, great gift shop and a café on site and it makes for a great family day out. The whole site prides itself in being wheelchair-friendly and dogs are welcome throughout.

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Guide Prices

• Adults - £11
• Children (5-15 years) - £6.60
• Children (under 5 years): FREE
• Family (2 adults & up to 3 children) - £30.00
• Annual Pass: £38.50

Opening Times

Summer Opening 2026 (23 Mar 2026 - 30 Nov 2026)
Day	Times
Monday - Sunday	09:30	- 17:30

Winter Opening 2023/24 (30 Oct 2026 - 22 Mar 2027)
Day	Times
Monday - Sunday	09:30	- 16:30

* Last entrance 1 hour before closing.

Open every day except Christmas Day, 25 December.

Facilities

Accessibility

Disabled access
Disabled toilets
Wheelchairs available

Booking & Payment Details

Credit cards accepted (no fee)

Catering

On-site catering
On-site light refreshments

Children

Baby changing facilities
Children welcome

Groups

Facilities for educational visits
Facilities for groups

Meeting, Conference & Wedding Facilities

Facilities for conferencing
Facilities for corporate hospitality

Parking

Free Parking

Property Facilities

Dogs Accepted
Gift shop
Smoking not allowed

Site Features

Regional Tourist Board Member
Welcome Host

Target Markets

Accepts groups
Coach parties accepted

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Awards

Visit England VistEngland VAQAS Gold 2018
Cumbria Awards Member of Cumbria Tourism 2016

Map & Directions

Map Link

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Road Directions

Located adjacent to the A590 at Backbarrow between Newby bridge and Haverthwaite. Exit M6, J36. Free parking.

Public Transport Directions

Accessible by public transport. By bus: Stagecoach operates the X6 service that links Barrow, Ulverston, Grange and Kendal. By national rail: Ulverston station is 5 miles away.

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