The BeaconThe Beacon

Situated on Whitehaven's attractive harbour side, The Beacon is home to the town's museum collection. It traces the social, industrial and maritime heritage of the area, using local characters, audio-visual displays and fascinating museum pieces. The Met Office Weather Gallery offers panoramic views of the town and coast. Also don't miss the exhibition gallery, gift shop and café.

Guided heritage walks, uncovering the town's mining and social past and children's school holiday workshops are also available. Discover Whitehaven's history. Discover The Beacon.

View key to symbolskeyAccepts groups Baby changing facilities Coach parties accepted Credit cards accepted (no fee) Disabled access Disabled toilets Education/study area Facilities for conferencing Facilities for corporate hospitality Facilities for educational visits Gift shop On-site catering Public toilets Regional Tourist Board Member Welcome Host Wheelchairs available Children welcomeDisabled accessDogs not accepted (except guidedogs)Facilities for hearing impairedFacilities for visually impairedSmoking not allowed

Prices


Adult day ticket £5.50, concession day ticket £4, children(5 to 15yrs) £1 when accompanied by an adult. Under 5s free.
Group rate available.

Opening details

Season Dates and Opening Hours
Season Dates Opening Hours
Notes Open Wed to Sat 11:00 to 16:00, Sun 12:00 to 16:00.
Closed Mon & Tues (excluding public holidays). Last admission 45 minutes before closing.
   
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Contact

Kerry McLaughlin
Tel: 01946 592302
View the The Beacon websitewww.thebeacon-whitehaven.co.uk
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Venue

The Beacon

West Strand, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 7LY

View the The Beacon websitewww.thebeacon-whitehaven.co.uk

See location of The Beacon on Google maps.See location on Google maps.    

Map reference: NX 968183  Lat: 54.54938  Long: -3.59698


A595 follow signs for Whitehaven town centre and the brown museum signs. Situated on south of harbour.

Parking : with charge

Accessible by Public Transport : 1 mile (1.6 kms) from Whitehaven station

Groups by appointment preferred.

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Events at this venue

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Wed 29 May 2013 Hooked On Crafts