Keswick Museum
Come rain or shine, no visit to Keswick is complete without a trip to the Town’s award-winning museum, situated next to the beautiful Fitz Park and near the popular Keswick to Threlkeld railway trail.
Through exhibitions, family activities and special events, find out about life in the Keswick area, its characters and the many stories that have put the town firmly on the map.
Just a five-minute walk from the centre of town.
“A fantastic little museum- don’t miss it.”
Open daily 10am to 4pm. (Closed 24 – 27 Dec 2025 and 3 - 18 Jan 2026 inclusive)
Entry price: All tickets include free return visits for 12 months. Free admission to shop, café and Community Gallery.
Adult (16 years +) £7.50
Student with card £4.25
Child (5–15 years) £4.25
Child (under 5 years) Free
2 Adult Family (up to 4 children) £19
1 Adult Family (up to 4 children) £11.50
Children 15 years and under must be accompanied by responsible adult.
“Don’t wait for a rainy day to experience it.”
Contact us: [email protected]
017687 73263
www.facebook.com/keswickmuseum
Twitter: @keswickmuseum
Location
Find us:
On Station Road, Keswick CA12 4NF
Regular buses to Keswick from Grasmere, Windermere, Workington and Penrith. Make the most of the £2 capped single fare until December 2024.
www.keswickmuseum.org.uk
Accessibility:
All areas are accessible. Access/Assistance dogs welcome.
Keswick Museum & Art Gallery Management Ltd is a charity no 1156330
Outside In
Inside just got interesting
Step off the trail and into a space where the Lake District is reimagined. Sound, story and digital exploration blend into a hands-on experience that’s full of life, built for curious minds and restless feet of all ages. Outside In lets you immerse yourself in the local landscape and connect with nature through the power of cutting-edge technology.
Augmented Reality Adventure
Explore the Lake District like never before in an original video game. Create a set of Musical Stones and command the forces of nature with your performance.
Fell Footage
Ascend iconic mountains like Helvellyn via high-quality videos. Return as the seasons change to discover newly added destinations.
360 Views
See the local fells and beauty spots from every angle with our VR headsets. No walking boots needed, so get comfy.
Aerial Tours
Soar over Derwentwater through drone footage and discover the stories that make this place so special.
Mountain Rescue Trail
Can you find all 8 mountaineers across our galleries?
From the hair-raising heights of our rocks and fossils cabinets, to the vast Lakeland landscapes of Outside In, you'll have to search high and low to find every intrepid adventurer.
Half-term crafts - Kites & Gliders
Looking for some fun craft activities during May half-term? Come to the museum to make your own paper bag kites and wooden gliders, and listen to a story about kiteflying. There’ll be plenty of time to build and decorate your creation, then let them soar in Fitz Park!
👉 All materials and tuition provided, but be prepared to let your imaginations go wild!
👉 Morning (11am) and afternoon (2pm) sessions available
Please note that children must be accompanied at all times and cannot be left in the museum unsupervised.
Half-term crafts - Kites & Gliders
Looking for some fun craft activities during May half-term? Come to the museum to make your own paper bag kites and wooden gliders, and listen to a story about kiteflying. There’ll be plenty of time to build and decorate your creation, then let them soar in Fitz Park!
👉 All materials and tuition provided, but be prepared to let your imaginations go wild!
👉 Morning (11am) and afternoon (2pm) sessions available
Please note that children must be accompanied at all times and cannot be left in the museum unsupervised.
A Walk Through the Woods
A musical performance from the cellist, Rebekah Clarke, taking young listeners on a journey to explore the beauty of the natural world around us. Explore classic poetry including the words of William Wordsworth and Lewis Carroll, interspersed with pieces of solo cello music including J.S. Bach and Gaspar Cassado, all stitched together by an interactive narrative. An exciting programme of music and poetry awaits, themed around taking a walk in nature, where the mystery of the woods inspires some imaginative creatures to arise!
Led by Rebekah Clarke, who is a professional cellist and educator based in North Wales. Rebekah has experience in leading workshops through her education work at Stockport Music Service, and string-teaching workshops across Greater Manchester, organising opportunities for young people to experience music, performance and exploring their own creativity. As a cellist Rebekah has most recently worked for the BBC NOW education department composition scheme, in regular performances with the Ardentia Trio, alongside features with City-of-Stoke Symphony Orchestra, and NEW Sinfonia.
Age guidelines: Approximately 6-12 years-old.
Under 6s welcome too. Art supplies are provided, and movement is welcome. This is a relaxed concert designed for all to enjoy in their own way.
Your enquiry will be sent directly to Keswick Museum. Please fill in as much detail as you can.
Come rain or shine, no visit to Keswick is complete without a trip to the Town’s award-winning museum, situated next to the beautiful Fitz Park and near the popular Keswick to Threlkeld railway trail.
Through exhibitions, family activities and special events, find out about life in the Keswick area, its characters and the many stories that have put the town firmly on the map.
Just a five-minute walk from the centre of town.
“A fantastic little museum- don’t miss it.”
Open daily 10am to 4pm. (Closed 24 – 27 Dec 2025 and 3 - 18 Jan 2026 inclusive)
Entry price: All tickets include free return visits for 12 months. Free admission to shop, café and Community Gallery.
Adult (16 years +) £7.50
Student with card £4.25
Child (5–15 years) £4.25
Child (under 5 years) Free
2 Adult Family (up to 4 children) £19
1 Adult Family (up to 4 children) £11.50
Children 15 years and under must be accompanied by responsible adult.
“Don’t wait for a rainy day to experience it.”
Contact us: [email protected]
017687 73263
www.facebook.com/keswickmuseum
Twitter: @keswickmuseum
Location
Find us:
On Station Road, Keswick CA12 4NF
Regular buses to Keswick from Grasmere, Windermere, Workington and Penrith. Make the most of the £2 capped single fare until December 2024.
www.keswickmuseum.org.uk
Accessibility:
All areas are accessible. Access/Assistance dogs welcome.
Keswick Museum & Art Gallery Management Ltd is a charity no 1156330
Outside In
Inside just got interesting
Step off the trail and into a space where the Lake District is reimagined. Sound, story and digital exploration blend into a hands-on experience that’s full of life, built for curious minds and restless feet of all ages. Outside In lets you immerse yourself in the local landscape and connect with nature through the power of cutting-edge technology.
Augmented Reality Adventure
Explore the Lake District like never before in an original video game. Create a set of Musical Stones and command the forces of nature with your performance.
Fell Footage
Ascend iconic mountains like Helvellyn via high-quality videos. Return as the seasons change to discover newly added destinations.
360 Views
See the local fells and beauty spots from every angle with our VR headsets. No walking boots needed, so get comfy.
Aerial Tours
Soar over Derwentwater through drone footage and discover the stories that make this place so special.
Mountain Rescue Trail
Can you find all 8 mountaineers across our galleries?
From the hair-raising heights of our rocks and fossils cabinets, to the vast Lakeland landscapes of Outside In, you'll have to search high and low to find every intrepid adventurer.
Half-term crafts - Kites & Gliders
Looking for some fun craft activities during May half-term? Come to the museum to make your own paper bag kites and wooden gliders, and listen to a story about kiteflying. There’ll be plenty of time to build and decorate your creation, then let them soar in Fitz Park!
👉 All materials and tuition provided, but be prepared to let your imaginations go wild!
👉 Morning (11am) and afternoon (2pm) sessions available
Please note that children must be accompanied at all times and cannot be left in the museum unsupervised.
Half-term crafts - Kites & Gliders
Looking for some fun craft activities during May half-term? Come to the museum to make your own paper bag kites and wooden gliders, and listen to a story about kiteflying. There’ll be plenty of time to build and decorate your creation, then let them soar in Fitz Park!
👉 All materials and tuition provided, but be prepared to let your imaginations go wild!
👉 Morning (11am) and afternoon (2pm) sessions available
Please note that children must be accompanied at all times and cannot be left in the museum unsupervised.
A Walk Through the Woods
A musical performance from the cellist, Rebekah Clarke, taking young listeners on a journey to explore the beauty of the natural world around us. Explore classic poetry including the words of William Wordsworth and Lewis Carroll, interspersed with pieces of solo cello music including J.S. Bach and Gaspar Cassado, all stitched together by an interactive narrative. An exciting programme of music and poetry awaits, themed around taking a walk in nature, where the mystery of the woods inspires some imaginative creatures to arise!
Led by Rebekah Clarke, who is a professional cellist and educator based in North Wales. Rebekah has experience in leading workshops through her education work at Stockport Music Service, and string-teaching workshops across Greater Manchester, organising opportunities for young people to experience music, performance and exploring their own creativity. As a cellist Rebekah has most recently worked for the BBC NOW education department composition scheme, in regular performances with the Ardentia Trio, alongside features with City-of-Stoke Symphony Orchestra, and NEW Sinfonia.
Age guidelines: Approximately 6-12 years-old.
Under 6s welcome too. Art supplies are provided, and movement is welcome. This is a relaxed concert designed for all to enjoy in their own way.
Your enquiry will be sent directly to Keswick Museum. Please fill in as much detail as you can.