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Lakeland Motor Museum

Old Blue Mill | Backbarrow, Ulverston LA12 8TA, England
Ranked #2 of 3 attractions in Ulverston
4.5 of 5 stars 48 Reviews
Type: Museums
Useful Information: Activities for older children, Activities for young children
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Whitehaven, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

Lovely to see the vintage cars being cared for as they should be.

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Shipley, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012

We were pleasantly surprised at this museum, there was an eclectic range of interests from very old cars and motorcycles to some more recent exhibits all of which evoked memories and in particular those from the fifties and sixties. Several interesting video 'shorts' and an interesting account of the 130mph lap\of the TT. In the Donald Campbell hall a moving... More

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Bluebird Campbell, Front Office Manager at Lakeland Motor Museum, responded to this review
21 May 2012

We endeavour to provide something for everyone and the experience we provide is much more than just a motor museum, with the motor car being presented in a social context and lots of interesting stories to entertain all ages. At the Lakeland Motor Museum visitors can expect the unexpected whatever the weather! Thank you for visiting. Best regards. More

north yorkshire
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30 reviews 30 reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2012

We had free tickets so possibly wouldn't have chosen to visit but we would have missed out on a memorable experience. The staff were really helpful, and took time to explain lots of the exhibits. If you are in the Lakes you should go and see this museum, even kids will enjoy the wonderfully restored old cars and exhibits including... More

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Bluebird Campbell, Front Office Manager at Lakeland Motor Museum, responded to this review
21 May 2012

We appreciate your kind comments and recommendation. It is unfortunate that you missed the delights of Cafe Ambio which has a beautiful riverside setting. It is open daily from 10.00 until 17.00 (19.00 on Fridays) and is presently offering Diamond Jubilee Afternoon Tea. Cafe Ambio can be visited separately to the Lakeland Motor Museum. Well worth a visit if your... More

Tamworth, United Kingdom
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2012

this was hilight off vist to lake district brilliant museum well worth the money

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Bluebird Campbell, Front Office Manager at Lakeland Motor Museum, responded to this review
21 May 2012

Thank you for taking time to visit the Lakeland Motor Museum. We are pleased to learn that this is considered to have been the highlight of your visit to the Lakes and that the experience we provide represents value for money. Best regards. More

Cumbria
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Reviews in 28 cities Reviews in 28 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2012

Visited with my 40yr old son & my husband. I was not expecting to particularly enjoy the visit but went for their benefit. How wrong I was! Fascinating, so much more than motors. We particularly enjoyed the Manx TT room with video. My husband is temporarily using wheelchair, I found the access everywhere faultless & I'm only a learner at... More

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Bluebird Campbell, Front Office Manager at Lakeland Motor Museum, responded to this review
1 May 2012

Thank you for your kind comments which are very much appreciated. We are delighted that you enjoyed the Lakeland Motor Museum experience. Best regards. More

Manchester
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2012

We visited here on our honeymoon as it was raining! Hubby loves cars but I wasn't that bothered, however we both really enjoyed it. So interesting and brought back so many memories! We took so many photos to show our parents. Thoroughly recommend it. We did eat in the cafe which is a little expensive (but then where isn't?!). There's... More

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Bluebird Campbell, Front Office Manager at Lakeland Motor Museum, responded to this review
1 May 2012

We aim to provide something for everyone and as you are now aware the Lakeland Motor Museum is much more than just a motor museum. Thank you for visiting and for your recommendation. Best regards. . More

Lancaster, United Kingdom
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2012

I am not particularly interested in cars, I took my Parents for an afternoon out and enjoyed my visit as did they. It was not too big but offered lots of talking points with immaculate cars and other vehicles from numerous generations. Afterwards we had refreshments in the cafe which overlooks the river and offered nice views on the sunny... More

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Bluebird Campbell, Front Office Manager at Lakeland Motor Museum, responded to this review
27 April 2012

Thanks for your kind comments regarding your visit to the museum. Our local resident discount scheme operates all year round with 50% off durning the winter season (1st October - 1st May) and 20% off for the rest of the year. If local friends and relatives want to apply they can download a form from our web site. More

Crete, Greece
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2012

Do not be fooled by the title of motor museum - there really is something for everybody. Can you imagine moving house with more than 30,000 exhibits and artifacts, well that is what they did starting in October 2008. Having been well established at Holker Hall, a world famous country house for many years. The Lakeland Motor Museum took the... More

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Merseyside
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

Loads to see & talk about for all the family & all ages.making it suitable for all the family from little ones to Grand parents. The adjacent restaurant serves freshly made food from the kitchen to a high standard at very reasonable prices( best coffee had in ages)....so good we went back again a few days later!

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Hollington, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

Being honest I was only visiting because my husband wanted to but I was very pleasantly surprised because I really enjoyed it! Parking is free. The cafe has a lovely riverside view and tasty food. The staff are friendly. There's a shop for those with a need to buy when they're out and about. More importantly though the museum is... More

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