Cave Art Workshop

The Beacon Museum - Archaeology Festival - Pop In

Type:Children's Activity Event

The Beacon Museum, The Beacon Museum, W Strand, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 7LY

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Travel back and discover the secrets of prehistoric cave art. Learn how our ancestors used natural pigments to create stunning images and tell powerful stories about their world. Explore ancient techniques, create your own cave-inspired artwork, and bring it to life through storytelling and performance. A hands-on journey into archaeology, creativity, and the lost stories of the past.
£10 per child.

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Opening Times

Season (20 July 2026)
Day	Times
Monday	11:00	- 12:30

Season (20 July 2026)
Day	Times
Monday	14:00	- 15:30

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Map & Directions

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Road Directions

Set along the beautiful coast of the Western Lake District, situated on Whitehaven's historic Harbour. Whether it be by car, bus, train and bike, there are many easy and convenient routes to get to us.

Feel free to call us if you would like any help or advice when visiting.

Address The Beacon Museum, West Strand, Whitehaven, CA28 7LY Telephone 01946 592302

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Parking
Pay and display parking on site with limited spaces.

There is also pay and display parking available at Quay Street Car Park (1 minute walk).

Public Transport Directions

By train
Whitehaven's train station is 15 minutes gentle stroll around the picturesque sea harbour, around to The Beacon Museum. A stunning journey with the train line hugging close to the coastline as it travels north to Carlisle and south to Barrow-in-Furness and Grange-over-Sands.

By bus
Whitehaven is easily connected to by bus.

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