The Whitehaven branch of the Young Archaeologist Club usually meet on the last weekend of the month and is for 8 to 13 year-olds. Members go on trips & take part in hands-on workshops, exploring all aspects of archaeology, both ancient and modern. Membership is £8.40 for one year and it entitles cardholders to free entry to The Beacon throughout the year & other special offers.   Contact The Beacon (01946 592302) fo more information.

The Friends usually meet in the Harbour Gallery on the first Tuesday of each month. All meetings start at 7.30pm. Everyone is welcome to join the meetings, which are free to members of the Society, or it is just £1 for non-members.

Contact The Beacon (01946 592302) fo more information.

PRE-SCHOOL FUN EVERY DAY AT THE BEACON

Children aged two to five years old have been having lots of fun and learning new things at The Beacon this year. Let's Play started at The Beacon in January and is run by fully qualified staff.

It takes place each weekday during term-time, when toddlers can be dropped off at 9.15am and picked up at 11.45am. It is OFSTED registered and also a registered charity.

On Monday afternoons there is also a carer & toddler group. From 1pm until 2.30pm, parents can bring their child along and meet and chat with others parents and carers.

If you would like more information about Let's Play, why not pop in and meet Brenda and Mary during one of the sessions before the summer break (from July 18).

Alternatively, call Brenda (01946 67358) or Mary Weir (01946 67382)

or contact The Beacon (01946 592302) during the sessions.