Museums · North West England
Millom
In or near Haverigg.
Millom — a museum in england-north-west, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Best time of year
- Year-round
- Nearest railway station
- Millom · 0.2 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
Millom is a museum in england-north-west, United Kingdom, listed in the Wikipedia register of British heritage and tourism sites. See the linked Wikipedia article for full details.
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Official information
Millom Heritage & Arts Centre is located in a restored railway station and serves as a community hub showcasing the area's rich history from the Bronze Age to WWII. Visitors can explore interactive displays, a model railway, and a genealogy service, making it an engaging experience for all ages.
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Duddon Estuary SSSI
- Ramsar wetland: Duddon Estuary
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Millom is a museum located in North-West England. It focuses on the local history and heritage of the area, showcasing various artefacts and exhibitions. The museum serves as a key resource for understanding the cultural significance of Millom and its surroundings.
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Background
History
In January 2023, six Bronze Age socketed axe heads at a site near Millom. The finds were featured in the BBC's Digging for Britain in January 2025. The name Millom is derived from the plural form of the Old English myln meaning 'mill'. Millom is mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1086 as one of the townships forming the Manor of Hougun which had been held by Tostig Godwinson, Earl of Northumbria. Millom Castle is a grade I listed building and scheduled ancient monument which by 1739 was in dilapidated condition. In 1251 a market charter was granted by King Henry III of England to John de Huddleston, Lord of Millom. Millom is the most southerly town in the historic county of Cumberland. The…
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- Coordinates
- 54.2096, -3.2702
- District
- Cumberland
- Parish
- Millom
- Postcode
- LA18 4HZ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Barrow and Furness
- Phone
- 01229 772555
- Nearest railway station
- Millom — 0.2 km
- Opening
- Monday to Saturday 9am–3:30pm; closed January
- Official site
- millomhac.co.uk
Sources
- wikipedia: Millom (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Millom?
- Millom is in North-West England, United Kingdom (postcode LA18 4HZ), in the parish of Millom.
- What is Millom?
- Millom — a museum in england-north-west, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Millom?
- The nearest railway station is Millom, about 0.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode LA18 4HZ.
- Is Millom a protected site?
- Yes — Millom is part of the Duddon Estuary SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Duddon Estuary Ramsar wetland.
- How do I get to Millom?
- The nearest railway station is Millom, about 0.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode LA18 4HZ.