The Dock Museum

The Dock Museum Come and visit the multi-award winning Museum set in a 19th Century Dry Dock. Free entry, offering free parking. The main Gallery has recently been refurbished.
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Open 11-4 each day except Monday / Tuesday Welcome to the award winning museum set into an original Victorian dry dock we tell the fascinating story of Barrow: Victorian boom town and twentieth century centre of innovation. There is so much to do. See our stunning ship models, WWII shelter, temporary exhibitions and film show. Top off the day with a v

isit to our cafe (home made cakes recommended!) brand new gift shop, children’s playground or walk along our coastal paths. We have a vibrant exhibition and events programme so there is always something new to see and do.

🎶🌞 Tiddlers Returns – Seaside Fun! 🌞🎶Join us next Thursday 2nd July for a special Tiddlers session in partnership with F...
25/06/2026

🎶🌞 Tiddlers Returns – Seaside Fun! 🌞🎶

Join us next Thursday 2nd July for a special Tiddlers session in partnership with Family Hubs in Barrow-in-Furness and FON!

We’ll be diving into a music & seaside theme 🐚🌊 — expect:
🎵 Singing and musical fun
🏖️ Seaside-themed activities
🐠 Sensory play and exploration
Perfect for little ones and their grown-ups to enjoy together 💙

📍 The Dock Museum
⏰ 1pm – 2.30pm

We can’t wait to see you there—bring your best seaside vibes! ☀️

Open today from 11am ready to welcome you all from far and wide 🥰Come and see Gladys, Dave’s motorcycle. We are free to ...
21/06/2026

Open today from 11am ready to welcome you all from far and wide 🥰
Come and see Gladys, Dave’s motorcycle.
We are free to enter and offer free parking so pop in before you ride home ✊Liliana Myers Dave Day "I'm having a DAVE day!"

Another fabulous workshop with John Duffin on our exhibition floor today. Thank you to Greengate Junior School the stude...
12/06/2026

Another fabulous workshop with John Duffin on our exhibition floor today.
Thank you to Greengate Junior School the students were fantastic and had a great day.
The exhibition is open all weekend, free entry, 11am - 4pm
Westmorland and Furness Council VisitEngland

What a fabulous day was had, our pleasure to host this. The quality of the art was superb You are welcome back anytime F...
11/06/2026

What a fabulous day was had, our pleasure to host this. The quality of the art was superb
You are welcome back anytime Furness College
Just a reminder, the exhibition is closed tomorrow for another private event.
Westmorland and Furness Council VisitEngland The Lake District, Cumbria

In the pod we have the first of our pop up mini exhibition's, starting with Barrow Society Of Artists, free to visit an...
10/06/2026

In the pod we have the first of our pop up mini exhibition's, starting with Barrow Society Of Artists, free to visit and lots of local artwork to view 🎨

Good morning all, open today, 11-4pm as normal. Just advance warning, the temporary exhibition floor showing John Duffin...
10/06/2026

Good morning all, open today, 11-4pm as normal.
Just advance warning, the temporary exhibition floor showing John Duffin's art will be CLOSED, all day, Thursday and Friday, for private events.
John is hosting a workshop on Friday afternoon (145pm-345pm) which you can take part in.
Limited tickets are available for this unique opportunity, £10 each, book in person here or over the phone.
Westmorland and Furness Council VisitEngland The Lake District, Cumbria

***SHAKESPEARE COMES TO THE DOCK MUSEUM***Experience ‘Macbeth’ like you’ve never seen it before... outdoors at The Dock!...
05/06/2026

***SHAKESPEARE COMES TO THE DOCK MUSEUM***

Experience ‘Macbeth’ like you’ve never seen it before... outdoors at The Dock!

Forget the tears and tragedy though, The HandleBards Macbeth is chock full of mishaps, mayhem and mirth! We all know the story. Three Witches promise Macbeth the Scottish crown and like any normal people would, Macbeth and Lady Macbeth plot to kill the king. Things get rapidly out of hand from there as foul deeds are done, plots unravel and mysterious spirits appear…

The HandleBards are an intrepid three-strong troupe who are spending the summer touring Macbeth by electric van, bringing environmentally sustainable Shakespeare to venues across the UK.

This is an outdoor production, so bring a chair or blanket to sit on, a picnic to dig into, Prosecco to pop and dress for the weather!

Suitable for all ages - the perfect introduction for young ones to both live theatre and the work of The Bard!

★★★★★ – “Explodes with energy and is a genuine treat from start to finish.” – The Stage

Thu 6 Aug | 7pm | Tickets from £5

Book now https://www.handlebards.com/show/macbeth-the-dock-museum-barrow/

A fabulous opportunity to meet and learn for Mr John Duffin himself here at the Dock Museum. Friday the 12th June, 145pm...
04/06/2026

A fabulous opportunity to meet and learn for Mr John Duffin himself here at the Dock Museum.
Friday the 12th June, 145pm -345pm we are holding a adult only workshop with John himself.
Tickets are £10 including materials and are strictly limited 20 adults.
To book a ticket please call 01229 876400 between 11am and 4pm or visit us in person.
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🌟 Tiddlers Thursday – 4th June 🌟Join us this Thursday for a fun-filled Tiddlers session at the Dock Museum!We’re excited...
02/06/2026

🌟 Tiddlers Thursday – 4th June 🌟

Join us this Thursday for a fun-filled Tiddlers session at the Dock Museum!

We’re excited to be welcoming Family Hubs in Barrow-in-Furness and Theatre Factory for a special interactive session packed with creativity, play, and plenty of smiles. 🎭✨

🕐 Time: 1:00pm – 2:30pm
📍 Location: Dock Museum

Perfect for little ones to explore, play, and get involved in imaginative activities. No need to book—just come along and join the fun!

We can’t wait to see you there 💙

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North Road
Barrow In Furness
LA142PW

Opening Hours

Wednesday 11am - 4pm
Thursday 11am - 4pm
Friday 11am - 4pm
Saturday 11am - 4pm
Sunday 11am - 4pm

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+441229876400

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