Museums
The Lake District contains many different museums, often charting important parts of the local history or industry. The William Wordsworth museum at Grasmere is a very well visited place. Wordsworth's fame as a poet has led to travellers from all across the globe flocking to his home county to learn more about his life and the area he loved so much. For those who have an interest in tapestries and Quakers, the Quaker Tapestry Exhibition in Kendal tells the 300 year story of the Quakers, and the tapestry itself is the work of the over 4000 people. If an interest in the Victorian way of life is more up your street a great place to visit is the Keswick Museum and Art Gallery.
Keswick, North Lakes
Keswick Museum has a history all of its own and is a wonderful place for a visit. The building itself holds a wealth of local historical interest and is filled with relics,...
Bowness-on-Windermere, Central Lakes
Historic Blackwell Art and Craft House is a world renowned gallery and museum set amongst the spectacular scenery of the Lake District. Filled with wonderful architecture, works of art and hand...
Penrith, Central Lakes
A visit to Penrith and the Penrith and Eden Museum is an interesting day out for all the family. Situated in a former school it houses artefacts dating back to prehistoric times. There is a gallery...
Grasmere, Ambleside, Central Lakes
The pretty village of Grasmere is the home of Dove Cottage and the Wordsworth Museum. A delightful place full of history, interesting facts, wonderful treasures and works of art from the life and...
Kendal, South Lakes
The Museum of Lakeland Life and Industry in Kendal offers a fascinating view of the life and times of the people of the Lake District throughout history. The museum is packed with information and...
Cartmel, Grange-over-Sands, South Lakes
Holker Estate with the imposing Holker Hall and the Lakeland Motor Museum near Grange-over-Sands offer a complete family day out. The stately home and gardens are magnificent, and the museum is a...
Keswick, Central Lakes
The Cumberland Pencil Museum in Keswick is the home of the famous Lakeland pencil. Visitors are treated to a fun packed day of interactive experiences and hands on activities. Interesting...
Appleby-in-Westmorland, East Cumbria
Set amidst the breathtaking scenery of the Eden Valley sits Appleby Castle. This wonderful museum, reflecting the history of the area, is surrounded by well kept gardens and offers spectacular views....
Windermere, South Lakes
Windermere Steamboat Museum houses an historic collection of crafts from its breathtaking location in the heart of the Lake District. The impressive collection has been building since the 1890,s and...