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Derwent Pencil Museum

CaféKeswick

Photo from Google Maps · Armen Laklakyan

Situated at Southey Works in Keswick, this Cumbria museum has been exploring the history of pencil manufacturing since 1981. Alongside its informative displays, the venue features an on-site café and a dedicated gift shop.

Google rating 4.4 · 3,251 Google reviews · See on Google Maps

Opening hours

  • Monday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Thursday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Friday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Saturday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Sunday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Hours from Google; check with the venue before you go.