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Derwent Pencil Museum Coffee Shop

Main Street, Keswick

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In short: Derwent Pencil Museum Coffee Shop is a museum in Keswick, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 3,171 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating.

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Cozy museum since 1981 exploring the history of pencil manufacturing, with exhibits, a cafe & shop. Summary via Google

About Derwent Pencil Museum Coffee Shop

The coffee shop sits within the Cumberland Pencil Museum on Main Street. It serves visitors to the museum's exhibits on pencil manufacturing and history, which have operated since 1981.

The shop holds a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5. It is suitable for children and offers a range of refreshments alongside the museum's gift shop.

Menu & facilities

For the current menu and prices, see Derwent Pencil Museum Coffee Shop's own website.

Opening hours

Monday
9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday
9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday
9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday
9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday
9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday
9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday
9:30 AM – 5:00 PM

What's nearby

  • Pencil Factory next door
  • Keswick Ministries next door
  • Keswick Extreme next door
  • Booths, Keswick 200m away
  • Puzzling Place 350m away

Distances as the crow flies, via Google

Visitors say this museum offers fascinating insights into the history of pencils, including their manufacturing process and wartime uses, with engaging exhibits and a fun quiz. They also highlight the reasonable admission price, friendly staff, and the well-stocked gift shop and cafe.

Some reviews mention it can be crowded.

Summary via Google

At a glance

Guest rating
4.4 / 5 (3,171 reviews)
Good for children
Yes
Food hygiene rating
5 out of 5 – Very good
Destination
Keswick

Food hygiene rating from the Food Standards Agency.

Quick answers

What are the opening hours of Derwent Pencil Museum Coffee Shop?

Derwent Pencil Museum Coffee Shop is open Mon–Sun 9:30am–5pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go).

Is Derwent Pencil Museum Coffee Shop any good?

Derwent Pencil Museum Coffee Shop is rated 4.4 out of 5 from 3,171 Google reviews. Its official food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5.

Is Derwent Pencil Museum Coffee Shop good for children?

Yes, Derwent Pencil Museum Coffee Shop is listed as good for children.

How do I contact Derwent Pencil Museum Coffee Shop?

Call Derwent Pencil Museum Coffee Shop on +44 17687 73626.

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