Cumberland Pencil Museum

The Cumberland Pencil Museum is an ideal all weather family attraction in Keswick, with Lake District events and activities to entertain throughout the whole year.

Through words, pictures and restored machinery you can trace the history of pencil making and see how Derwent Fine Art Pencils are made today.

Educational tours are available and there is a themed quiz for children to enjoy on their visit through the museum. There are also artist demonstration events, where the whole family can learn art and drawing techniques.

Journey through the history of pencil making, enjoy being creative in the drawing zone and relax over a hot beverage in Sketchers Coffee Shop.