Lakeland Motor Museum

Are you a motorhead or just like classic cars?  Then why not take a trip to see the Lake Motor Museum, with over 30,000 exhibits to see  Apart from the amazing collection of cars and motorbikes, the museum has one of the largest collections of motoring memorabilia on public display.

The museum is only 9 miles from Coniston Water, so it is fitting that it features a special exhibition and tribute to the recording-breaking motor racing careers of Sir Malcolm and Donald Campbell with full-sized replicas of the 1935 Blue Bird car, 1939 Blue Bird boat K4 and 1967 hydroplane Bluebird K7.  A number of records attempts were set on the Coniston Water, including the fatal run in 1967 in which Donald Campbell exceeded 320mph in Bluebird K7.

The museum is also home to over 100 motorbikes and scooters, showcasing the history of some of the classic British marques. The museum has a special exhibit area tracing the history of the legendary Isle of Man Tourist Trophy (TT).

While you are in the area why not check out the Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway or St. Peter’s Church, Finsthwaite less than 2 miles away from Lakeside Motor Museum.

• Over 30,000 exhibits with more than 100 years of road transport heritage
• Disabled and wheelchair access available
• On-site catering as well as light refreshments
• Open daily except Christmas Day from 9.30 am. Closing at 5.30 pm until 2 November 2015.
• Adult £8.50.
• Child (5-15 years) £5.00.
• Child (under 5 years) FREE
• Free parking