The Beacon explores the rich history of this fascinating corner of the Western Lake District. Panoramic views of the Georgian town and harbour from the viewing gallery. Art gallery, full programme of exhibitions and events. Fully accessible. Gift shop. Restaurant....

Haig Colliery Mining Museum is situated within the site of Haig Pit, on the cliffs high above Whitehaven with the magnificent views of the Scottish Hills and the Isle of Man.

The beautiful lakes of Buttermere, Crummock Water and Loweswater are surrounded by dramatic high fells, in some of Lakeland's most stunning scenery. Over the fells to the south lies 'Wild Ennerdale', where the National Trust and our partners are working to allow a...

Lowes Court Gallery is also Egremont's Tourist Information Centre.The gallery has constantly changing exhibitions throughout the year. All our staff have a good local knowledge and will be happy to help with any enquiries about places to go and stay in the Egremont...

The Helena Thompson Museum, originally known as Park End, was the home of Helena Thompson, M.B.E., J.P., for over seventy years and it was her gift to the people of Workington upon her death, on the condition that it be made into a museum for Workington and the...

The Sellafield Visitors Centre' can be found on the west Cumbrian coast at Sellafield, Seascale and north of Ravenglass and south of Whitehaven. You will find a excellent day out for all the family where you will discover, explore the world of Sellafield, BNFL and...

From Scafell Pike, England's highest mountain look down on Wastwater, England's deepest lake, with its majestic screes. The National Trust owns the valley farms, campsite, lake, surrounding mountains and the nearby Nether Wasdale Estate. Walk the delightful paths of...

Step back to the 1770s and experience life as William and his sister Dorothy might have done at this beautiful, homely property.

Fantastic marine aquarium, with lots of fish on display. We don’t keep any mammals like seals or otters, but have a huge variety of fish and invertebrates (starfish, lobsters, etc) in 45 carefully themed and informative displays. See our petting pools, where you...

The listed Georgian house situated in the 'gem town' of Cockermouth in the quiet north west corner of the English Lake District is home to the Castlegate House Gallery.