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The Rum Story
About
Imagine leaving the heart of Whitehaven's historic port and being taken back in time to an exotic tropical island's rainforest in the Caribbean, that is just the start of your great adventure in The Rum Story.
The journey traces the origins of Whitehaven's dark trade to villages in Africa and the vile transportation of slaves to the Antiguan sugar plantations. There are stories of Blackbeard and piracy on the high seas, smugglers and Nelson's navy. See the infamous punch houses, gangsters' illicit stills, the Jazz Age and hear the tales of Whitehaven's maritime past and the renowned Jefferson family.
Our courtyard cafe provides a menu that is full of home-made items and enticing goodies, in the courtyard you will also find our themed gift shop, where you can purchase souvenirs, unusual gifts and of course the famous 1785 Jefferson's rum.
Wonderful glassed over courtyard, licenced cafe serving fresh made local specialities. Excellent exhibition. Please contact booking office to check if amenities meet your requirements.
Guide Prices
Adult £9.95, Child £4.95 – Includes a voucher for £5 off a bottle of Jeffersons Extra Fine Dark Rum.
Group rates 15 or more for free guide Adult £6, Child £4.50
Opening Times
| Season (2 Jan 2026 - 24 Dec 2026) |
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* Last admission 15:00.
No need to pre book just arrive on the day.
Meeting rooms available to book. Catering can be provided on request.
Facilities
Accessibility
- Accessible Seating
- Accessible Toilet
- Assistance dogs welcome
- Autism Friendly
- Changing Places
- Disabled access
- Disabled toilets
- Facilities for hearing impaired
- Facilities for visually impaired
- Level Access
- Quiet Area/ Rooms
- Staff are dementia aware
- 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
- Education/study area
- Facilities for educational visits
- Facilities for groups
- Guided tours for groups
Meeting, Conference & Wedding Facilities
- Facilities for conferencing
- Facilities for corporate hospitality
- Wedding receptions
Parking
- Parking with charge
Property Facilities
- Gift shop
- Guided tours for individuals
- Public toilets
- Smoking not allowed
Site Features
- Regional Tourist Board Member
- Welcome Host
Target Markets
- Accepts groups
- Coach parties accepted
Tripadvisor
Awards
- Cumbria Awards
Member of Cumbria Tourism 2016
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Map & Directions
Road Directions
Access to Whitehaven is from the A595. Just follow the town centre signs.
Public Transport Directions
Accessible by Public Transport: Whitehaven station is 1 mile away.
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