This summer, The Beacon Museum in Whitehaven is hosting an exhibition by British Life Photographer of the Year, and Cumbrian farmer, Amy Bateman. Running from 5 July to 7 September, Forty Farms offers visitors an unprecedented look into the lives of 40 farmers across...
The Beacon Museum in Whitehaven invites families to discover a brand-new, immersive play experience like no other this summer. From 21 June to 14 September 2025, Giant Soft Bricks Playland takes over the museum’s Harbour Gallery with a colourful indoor playground that...
Take a nostalgic journey through the lively pub heritage of Whitehaven at The Pop Inn – a special pop-up event hosted at The Beacon Portal on Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 May, from 10am to 4pm. Inspired by the iconic “Ye Olde Inns of Whitehaven, 1846–1958” map, this pop...
The Beacon Museum in Whitehaven is hosting a pop up event to commemorate VE day on Saturday 10 May 2025. This year marks the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day, and communities across the country are coming together to commemorate this important milestone....
The Beacon Museum in Whitehaven is set to welcome art and dog lovers alike with We Think the World of You: People and Dogs Drawn Together, an exhibition by renowned artist David Remfry MBE RA. Opening on 5 April 2025 and running until 22 June, this collection of...