# Derwent Pencil Museum Coffee Shop, Keswick, Cumbria, UK — Reviews & Opening Hours > Rated 4.4/5 from 3,171 Google reviews. Cozy museum since 1981 exploring the history of pencil manufacturing, with exhibits, a cafe & shop. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/keswick/restaurants/derwent-pencil-museum-coffee-shop (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Museum # Derwent Pencil Museum Coffee Shop Main Street, Keswick [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=4949391443901218582&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Derwent Pencil Museum Coffee Shop](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/113935213016646549623) **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. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places 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](https://www.derwentart.com/en-gb/c/about/company/derwent-pencil-museum?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). ## 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](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1550447). [More restaurants in Keswick](https://staycation.co.uk/keswick/restaurants) ★ 4.4 (3,171 reviews) [Visit official website](https://www.derwentart.com/en-gb/c/about/company/derwent-pencil-museum?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [017687 73626](tel:01768773626) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Keswick **Plus Code** 9C6RJV35+G6 ### 🏨 Places to stay near Keswick Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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