First Floor - General Area
The displays include the history of Maryport's Lifeboat and the Maryport and Carlisle Railway, which was laid out by George Stephenson. This was the first railway promoted entirely from within Cumbria and was needed to convey coal from the many collieries in the surrounding area to Maryport’s docks, ready for export to Ireland. When in town, Stephenson stayed at The Golden Lion Hotel, opposite the museum.
There are exhibits on sail making and ship building, as well as detailed models of sailing ships including the Victory, Bounty and HMS Unicorn and various maritime objects. Other Maryport memorabilia on display include commemorative china and children's items, such as clogs, a doll's pram and toy furniture.
This floor also features paintings by William Mitchell and Percy Kelly amongst others.
For those unable to use the stairs, there is a virtual (video) tour of the first floor exhibits available in the ground floor reference library.
Displays at the museum
How to find us
See Visitor Info for travel details
1 Senhouse Street,
Maryport
Cumbria
CA15 6AB
Opening Times
April to October: Tues, Thurs, Fri, Sat & Sun 10.30am to 5pm.
November to March: Fri, Sat & Sun 10.30am to 4pm.
We apologise that the Museum is temporarily closed as a precaution against Coronavirus. There have been no cases in the vicinity but, as most of our volunteers are retired and some have health issues, it does not seem fair to ask them to take any risk of infection, however small. Please check this website for further information. Thank you for your understanding.
Admission
Admission:
Adult £3.00
Child £1.00 (Child under 18 must be accompanied by an adult)
Family £7.00
Group visits: Adult £2.50, advance booking required
Harbour tours: By arrangement
School visits: By arrangement.
Free admission to CA15 residents*
*Proof of residence required