Discover your family history - The Beacon Museum - Whitehaven

Type:Heritage Open Day

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

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About

Pop in and meet Bry Cooper, our family history expert, for a free informal session packed with helpful hints, tips and advice to help you uncover your family story.
Whether you're just starting your research or looking to overcome a stumbling block, Bry will be on hand to offer guidance and answer your questions.
If you missed him back in March, make sure you drop in this time!

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Opening Times

Season (14 June 2026)
Day	Times
Sunday	11:00	- 15:00

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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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