Blacksmiths, farming, swill makers, the workhouse, and the railway are all represented here

Be transported back in time to the workings of Hodbarrow Iron Mining and see for yourself an actual mine cage

Facades of shop fronts greet you displaying original merchandise.
The authentic shop reconstructions create a great deal of nostalgia

A glowing fire, hot pot on the table.
Our 19th Century cottage
re-creation portrays everyday life for a miner's family

From archaeological finds, garments through the ages, right up to modern day where restoration of a lighthouse is portrayed by Haverigg School and our new interactive whiteboard brings the Millom Folk Museum into the 21st Century!

© Millom Folk Museum 2008

Currently Closed
for refurbishment

We will re-open for half term, Feb. 13th-20th,
10.30am-3.30pm.

Admission during half term
is
FREE
to help celebrate the
History of the World
programme.

Pick up a Hodbarrow I-spy sheet with a trail map and pictures of local landmarks to tick off.  The trail ends with the cage at the Museum. Completed sheets will go forward to a draw and the winner will get a prize.

Sheets can be picked up the first weekend of Half-Term.
(February 13th)
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Our regular season will resume March 1st.

2010 Admission Prices

Adult: £4.00
Senior Citizens: £3.00
Child: £1.00

Family Ticket: £9.00
(2 adults and 3 Children)

Groups by appointment