Helena Thompson Museum
Helena Thompson Museum
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Cath M
Warlingham, UK50 contributions
Nov 2023 • Couples
Very interesting museum in a lovely property - lots of interesting displays. Friendly and informative staff.
Written 8 November 2023
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Caroline W
Sheffield, UK156 contributions
Jul 2023 • Couples
Very quirky eccentric little museum.Staff were friendly and knowledgeable. Nice little tea room with reasonable prices. The scones were to die for.Well worth a visit.
Written 11 July 2023
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longblackshinycar
Cambridge, UK18 contributions
Sep 2022
What really sets this place apart is the staff. We had a wonderfully warm welcome and nothing was too much trouble for staff who evidently really care about the place, they are very knowledgeable and only too happy to answer any questions that you might have. The museum itself is an interesting mix of social and industrial history and the function rooms and gardens are lovely. The cafe served up a nice cuppa and a lovely sandwich, so if you are in Workington would reccomend a visit. Looking forward to returning in the near future.
Thank you, David & Hayley
Thank you, David & Hayley
Written 5 October 2022
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Amber . M
5 contributions
Aug 2022 • Friends
I went here for my mum and dad's wedding, and it was lovely. The staff were amazing and everyone enjoyed their time there. I would definitely recommend to others!
Written 7 August 2022
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Joanne
Glasgow, UK2 contributions
Jul 2022 • Friends
One of the most interesting and informative museums I've ever visited. Staff could not have been more helpful in explaining exhibits and answering all our questions. Highly recommended.
Written 7 July 2022
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lizaid
Scotland25 contributions
May 2022
Great local museum. Not over-curated or over-designed as so many museums are. Thanks to Steve for the interesting information delivered with genuine passion. Topics include Mary Queen of Scots, Workington Hall, Curwen family, local Rugby League and Football, mining, industry, social history. Relies on donations so do give generously! Loved the "Onion" (Symphonion), only one four thought to still be in existence.
Written 1 May 2022
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Jason
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Apr 2022 • Couples
Went in on a passing visit on the way home, staff were welcoming and pleasant. The tour guide knew the answer to every question he was asked, even thought me new facts about my town where the museum is located (Workington). An interesting place to visit especially for local people.
There's lots of artifacts and information on them
Also great place for a venue of any sort, decor on tables and around the venue room is great (seen the pre set up room for the next day)
Admissions free but I donated £5 as I see it as a town treasure
There's lots of artifacts and information on them
Also great place for a venue of any sort, decor on tables and around the venue room is great (seen the pre set up room for the next day)
Admissions free but I donated £5 as I see it as a town treasure
Written 1 April 2022
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Piano P
Cockermouth, UK64 contributions
Jan 2022
Interesting museum about local history. Definitely recommend for anyone from Workington or anyone who has an interest in history.
Written 30 March 2022
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louise o
Cumbria12 contributions
Feb 2022 • Friends
Lovely well set out Museum with lots of interesting local history. Nice guide pointed out lots of interesting items and showed us round the rooms. After our look around the Museum we had tea and a sandwich/soup which was served by lovely lady volunteer. Definitely will be back for another visit
Written 22 February 2022
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JulesandScott1969
Stratford-upon-Avon, UK16 contributions
Oct 2021 • Friends
Held my fathers funeral tea here and I have to say that the location, function room and food was excellent. At the worst time for our family Trish and the team could not have been more helpful and supportive. The room was presented beautifully and food was amazing and we could have had anything we liked off their menu. Guests were very well looked after and the hot and cold buffet scrumptious. Highly recommend for any function. A number of the guests also had a look round the museum as they had never visited Workington before and found it really interesting. Thanks so much to all the staff at Helena Thompson, lovely job in difficult circumstances.
Written 24 October 2021
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