Very informative about Campbell and Bluebird - we spent ages there even our 10 year old, but Ruskin is less interesting. Has the supposed original Amazon from Ransome's time. More

I am a Campbell fan and would never miss a return visit on my next trip to Coniston More

small but complete everything you need to know about the fellow. More

Great Museum if you are interested in Ruskin and/or Donald Campbell. Parking not easy but well worth a visit. I fear for the queues if ever they get the restored Bluebird on permanent display (possibly in 2012). More

Very expensive for what you get, which is a piece of the bluebird's wing. Very disappointing. This is a very small museum, which in my opinion should be free or no more than 1 or 3 pounds to visit. It is actually nearer 6 pounds per person. Ruskin fans, go to Brantwood instead, it is much better value for money. More

I became fascinated by John Ruskin after visiting Brantwood (near Coniston, his home in later life) in March 2008. When I returned to the Lakes in September 2008, I couldn't wait to see the Ruskin Museum and go back to Brantwood. I would highly recommend going to the Ruskin Museum following a visit to Brantwood. The museum is a lovely... More