Discover the Vikings

A unique collaboration that spans a continent, The Beacon is proud to host Discover the Vikings, an exclusive Viking themed exhibition, from 29 June until 29 September. Set to delight locals and tourists alike, this unique combination of artefacts, replicas and...

‘The Three Graces’ Castle Exhibition

From August 19th through to September 2nd, Muncaster Castle celebrates the astonishing achievements of three remarkable Victorian women. Talented, plucky and spirited women are found peppered liberally throughout the family history of Iona Frost-Pennington, the...

Out and About with Percy Kelly

Exhibition of sketches and watercolours by local artist Percy Kelly. Includes early works of Maryport, Workington and Allonby. This small collection was gifted to the museum by one of Percy’s boyhood friends and this is the first time the collection has been...

West Coast Photo

Experience a photographic exhibition of the stunning coastline and fascinating industrial landscape of the West Coast of Cumbria, the first ever major international photography festival in this part of the UK. Leading photographers including Mishka Henner, Vanessa...

Medieval Medicine at The Beacon Museum

Horrible history comes to Cumbria – museum reveals grisly secrets of Medieval Medicine. If you are partial to a bit of horrible history there’s a gruesome – but family friendly – treat in store at a Cumbrian museum. From Saturday, June 19, you’ll be able to...