Dock Museum
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Overview
Visit this unique building in a stunning coastal location. The Dock Museum is set into a Victorian dry dock and charts the growth of Barrow in Furness from small fishing village, to Victorian boom time, to a modern centre of industrial innovation. Highlights include the stunning craftsman-built ship models, the Viking “Furness Hoard”, our temporary exhibitions and events programme. Other facilities include a well-stocked gift shop, The Bridge Cafe, and our recently refurbished adventure playground. The museum is fully accessible to all, including offering free to use Sensory packs within the museum. If you would like a specific tour or need the tour amended for your needs, please get in touch with the museum.
Ratings & awards
VisitEngland Quality Assessed
Our assessor loves...
Dry Dock up close - Purpose built museum over the old dry dock area.
Varied collections - Historic maritime displays and interaction.
Lovely café - Onsite café open to the public.
Open air Amphitheatre - Upgrades to the Amphitheatre taking place.
Features
- Children
- Suitable for children of all ages
- Facilities
- Parking onsite
- Cafe
- Electric Vehicle Charge Point
Key accessibility features
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Parking within 50 metres of entrance
Parking is available within 50 metres of a customer entrance, either on-site or off-site, in a car park or on the street. -
Designated accessible parking
Designated accessible parking is available within 50 metres of the main entrance or an alternative step-free entrance if applicable. -
Step-free route with firm surface from car park to entrance
There is a step-free route with a firm surface from the parking to the main entrance or an alternative step-free entrance.
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Step-free entrance
There is step-free access at the main entrance or an alternative entrance. This may be via a ramp or lift.
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Step-free access to all or most areas
There is step-free access to all or most areas. This may include access by ramp or lift. As a minimum, there is step-free access to an accessible toilet and at least one food and beverage outlet, where available. -
Lift
There are lift(s) available. An evacuation chair should also be available in case of emergency.
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Wheelchair-accessible food and beverage outlet
There is at least one wheelchair-accessible food and beverage outlet on site. -
Quieter table
A table located in a quieter area is available, where noise is minimised. -
Table service as standard or on request
Table service is available as standard or on request. -
Dietary requirements catered for
A selection of food is offered for a range of dietary requirements.
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Wheelchair-accessible toilet in public areas
A designated accessible toilet designed for wheelchair users, and others with visible and non-visible accessibility requirements, is available within the main public areas. -
Changing Places toilet
There is a Changing Places toilet, which includes an adult size changing bench, toilet, sink and hoist. -
Emergency evacuation plan for disabled people
Personal or General Emergency Evacuation Plans are in place for disabled customers. -
Map / floorplan showing accessibility facilities
A map or floorplan showing accessibility facilities is available. -
Enclosed outdoor area
There is an enclosed outdoor area for customer use. -
Disability awareness / equality training
Disability awareness / equality training is provided for staff. -
Designated quiet space or room
A designated quiet space or room is available. -
Seating at regular intervals
Seating is available at regular intervals. -
Wheelchair-accessible viewing area
A wheelchair-accessible viewing area with step-free access is available providing an optimal vantage-point to view performances, presentations or activities. -
Assistive listening system
There is an assistive listening system available e.g. a hearing loop. -
Emergency alarm with flashing lights
There is an emergency alarm with flashing lights, to alert deaf guests to a fire or other emergency scenario. -
Facilities for assistance dogs
Facilities are available for assistance dogs e.g. water bowls, toilet area, within the grounds of the venue or nearby. -
Tactile signage
Tactile signage is available. This may include Braille.
Location
Dock Museum, North Road, BARROW-IN-FURNESS, Cumbria, LA14 2PW
About the area
Cumbria's rugged yet beautiful landscape is best known for the Lake District National Park that sits within its boundaries. It’s famous for Lake Windermere, England’s largest lake, and Derwent Water, ‘Queen of the English Lakes', but other lesser-known areas in the south, such as the Lune Valley and the coastal towns, are secret gems of wide cobbled streets and rolling hills.
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