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The Beacon Museum

The Beacon Museum
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Type:Museum

West Strand, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 7LY

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Situated on Whitehaven's historic Georgian harbour, the Beacon Museum and arts venue tells the story of historic Copeland, which boasts two World Heritage Sites set amongst the western Lakes dramatic mountain and coastal landscapes.

The Beacon Museum traces the social, industrial and maritime heritage of the area, using local characters, audio-visual interactive displays and fascinating museum pieces. From Romans to Russian Samovars, Viking raiders to Victorian traders, the collections and displays represent the vibrant history of Copeland. You can also see history merge with the present in our top floor viewing gallery that offers unrivalled views of Whitehaven and the Solway Coast.

Visitors can delve into the living heritage of the West Cumbrian nuclear industry, within the Sellafield Story, a chronological glimpse into how West Cumbria supported the war effort and, afterwards developed the origins of our Nuclear Industry. The exciting exhibition charts, warts and all, how that early weapons programme grew into a nuclear industry which has supported Cumbria’s economy for the past 60 years, and looks at what the future might be for energy.

The Beacon Museum also punches above its weight in terms of offering a world class blend of local and touring exhibitions that provide different experiences throughout the year, all housed within two state of the art galleries.

Also, don't miss the gift shop which stocks a whole range of locally sourced gifts and presents suitable for all.

The Beacon Portal is Whitehaven’s innovative state of the art venue available for corporate, community and personal hire, capable of hosting a multitude of events in one of the finest settings available in Whitehaven.

For further information please contact us on 01946 592302 or see our website at www.thebeacon-whitehaven.co.uk, or on our social media pages.


Wellington Bistro

The Wellington Bistro, set on the harbourside overlooking the historic harbour.

Groups by appointment preferred.

Guide Prices

Admission Rates (as of January 2019)

Adult £6.50
Concession £5.25
Child £3.25
Family £16.50 (2 + 2)
Annual Pass £17.50*

*Annual pass allows an adult & 1 child for 12 months, entry inclusive of all feature exhibitions.

The annual membership pass offers unlimited entry time and time again for a full 12 months.
Becomes a member of our Beacon family, we'd love to have you join us.

Annual pass per additional child £7

Concession annual pass £13.50

(Terms and conditions: Includes entry to current exhibitions. Excludes workshop events. A child is 16 years and under.)

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Accessibility

  • Disabled access
  • Disabled toilets
  • Facilities for hearing impaired
  • Facilities for visually impaired
  • Wheelchairs available

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  • Credit cards accepted (no fee)

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  • On-site catering

Children

  • Baby changing facilities
  • Children welcome

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  • Education/study area
  • Facilities for educational visits
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  • Facilities for conferencing
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Parking

  • Parking with charge

Property Facilities

  • Dogs not accepted (except guidedogs)
  • Gift shop
  • Public toilets
  • Smoking not allowed

Site Features

  • Regional Tourist Board Member
  • Welcome Host

Target Markets

  • Accepts groups
  • Coach parties accepted

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Awards

  • Visit EnglandVistEngland VAQAS Gold VistEngland VAQAS Gold 2018

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Copeland Visitor Information Point, WhitehavenDiscover the finest places to eat, sleep and enjoy along Cumbria’s Western lake District Coast. Copeland’s new Visitor Information point (or VIP for short) will point you towards the finest experiences that the area has to offer.

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Road Directions

A595 follow signs for Whitehaven town centre and the brown museum signs. Situated on south of harbour.Accessible by Public Transport: Whitehaven station is 1 mile away.

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