About Cumbrias Museum of Military Life
Explore centuries of regional military heritage through fascinating displays and artifacts housed within historic castle walls, with wheelchair access, family facilities, and onsite dining available.
What's nearby
- Bitts Park Playground next door
- Bitts Park 250m away
- Carlisle Cathedral 400m away
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Good to know
Accessibility
- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible entrance
- ✓Accessible toilet
Payment
- ✓Contactless
Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs.
Photos
Photos via Google
Opening hours
- Monday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Sunday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.
What visitors say
£4.50 to get in, only takes about 1 1/2 hrs , make sure you look at everything, theres drawers with medals people were missing , So good
· via Google
What a amazing place Amazing history i would definitely recommend going here right next to the castle so you can do both at same time Amazing day . The castle is amazing inside. Check these places out !!!
· via Google
Well I hadn't expected to enjoy this little museum as much as I did. Well displayed, well informed boards, and part of the castles admission fee. Cafe and toilets on the premises, plus a little well priced gift area. Some interesting displays, definitely worth a visit if in the castle area.
· via Google
I have a morbid fascination with military museums. I despair at the bloodshed and loss of life but at the same time marvel at the stories that the museum tells so well of those that fought in so many conflicts across the world over the last few hundred years. It doesn't glorify war but does give us a chance to reflect on the sacrifices made.
· via Google
Visitors say this museum offers many interesting exhibits and military memorabilia, detailing the Border Regiment's history from the Crimean wars to 20th-century conflicts. They also highlight the welcoming and helpful staff, as well as the well-displayed and informative exhibits. Guests mention the museum is well worth the visit, with admission sometimes included with a castle tour.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Address
- The Castle, Alma Block, Castle Way, Carlisle, CA3 8UR Get directions
- Category
- Museums & Galleries
- Guest rating
- 4.7 / 5 (187 reviews)
- Suitable for
- All Ages
- Setting
- Indoor
- Good for children
- Yes
- Toilets on site
- Yes
- Destination
- Carlisle