# Lakeland Motor Museum, Newby Bridge — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info

> Step back in time at this captivating Backbarrow collection featuring classic vehicles and over 30,000 motoring treasures, complete with restaurant facilities and full wheelchair access.

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Museum

# Lakeland Motor Museum

Old Blue Mill, Backbarrow

[View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=14303670818285447354&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA)

Photo: [Jonathan M](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/116809559604730216086)

**In short:** Lakeland Motor Museum is a museum in Newby Bridge, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 5,892 Google reviews.

Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places

## About Lakeland Motor Museum

Step back in time at this captivating Backbarrow collection featuring classic vehicles and over 30,000 motoring treasures, complete with restaurant facilities and full wheelchair access.

## What's nearby

- Cliffhanger Escape Rooms 150m away
- The Lakeland Village 250m away
- The Whitewater Hotel and Spa 350m away

Distances as the crow flies, via Google

## Good to know

### Parking

- ✓Free car park
- ✓Free street

### Accessibility

- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible entrance
- ✓Accessible toilet
- ✓Accessible seating

### Payment

- ✓Contactless

Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs.

## Photos

Photos via Google

## Opening hours

**Monday** 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM

**Tuesday** 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM

**Wednesday** 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM

**Thursday** 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM

**Friday** 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM

**Saturday** 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM

**Sunday** 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.

## What visitors say

[Athlon A](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/115648742595743549618/reviews) ★★★★★

Nice, cosy with interesting exhibits. Not huge but you can spend a few hours. Not really for small kids. Café is not cheap. Great gift shop. Worth the visit. Entrance was cheaper than advertised.

· via Google

[James Morgan](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/104741883134126218738/reviews) ★★★★★

This is a bit like the Haynes Motor Museum, of the north. My son and I had a lovely time. The DeLorean and Sierra Cosworth were our favourites. The layout of the museum is great - love all the old shop fronts. The cafe is nice and we enjoyed our cakes. Staff were polite and friendly.

· via Google

[David Kirkham](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/107629578579500658498/reviews) ★★★★★

I visited on 12/5/26. I was very impressed with the museum. It was well laid out, easy to walk round to see all the exhibits and there was a huge amount to see. There was lots of information on the exhibits, as well as video footage for some of the exhibits. The Campbell part of the museum was also very good again being well laid out. I also enjoyed a coffee and some cake in the cafe. Would thoroughly recommend.

· via Google

[Stacey Medhurst](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/104175912267902827715/reviews) ★★★★★

It was lovely. Went in the cafe there too, although the portions were a little on the large size for us, the food was still very enjoyable

· via Google

[See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x487cbd7c12868c75:0xc680d8d33c0668ba!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA)

People say this museum offers a vast and beautifully maintained collection of classic cars, motorcycles, and motoring memorabilia, including a dedicated Bluebird Exhibition. Visitors also highlight the reasonable entry fee, the excellent on-site cafe with delicious food, and the friendly, knowledgeable staff. They also appreciate the convenient free parking and the museum's dog-friendly policy.

Summary via Google

## At a glance

**Address** Old Blue Mill, Backbarrow, Ulverston, LA12 8TA [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=54.2591376%2C-2.9891946)

**Category** Museums & Galleries

**Guest rating** 4.7 / 5 (5,892 reviews)

**Suitable for** Ages 0-12

**Setting** Indoor

**Good for children** Yes

**Toilets on site** Yes

**Destination** Newby Bridge

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★ 4.7 (5,892 reviews)

[Visit official website](https://www.lakelandmotormuseum.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction)

[015395 30400](tel:01539530400)

(please mention staycation.co.uk when calling)

### Quick Facts

**Destination** Newby Bridge

**Postcode** LA12 8TA

**Payment** Contactless

**Plus Code** 9C6V7256+M8

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## Quick answers

### What are the opening hours of Lakeland Motor Museum?

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

### Is Lakeland Motor Museum any good?

Lakeland Motor Museum is rated 4.7 out of 5 from 5,892 Google reviews.

### Is Lakeland Motor Museum good for children?

Yes, Lakeland Motor Museum is listed as good for children.

### Is Lakeland Motor Museum indoors or outdoors?

Lakeland Motor Museum is indoors, so it works on a rainy day.

### What ages is Lakeland Motor Museum suitable for?

Lakeland Motor Museum is best for ages 0-12.

### Is Lakeland Motor Museum wheelchair accessible?

Lakeland Motor Museum has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet.

### Is there parking at Lakeland Motor Museum?

Yes: free car park and free street parking.

### How do I contact Lakeland Motor Museum?

Call Lakeland Motor Museum on +44 15395 30400.

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