Situated in Keswick, Cumbria, in the heart of the Lake District, the Pencil Museum is a great all weather attraction for the whole family with lots of things to see and do.

Be amazed at the world’s longest colour pencil, marvel at the James Bond style World War II pencil, follow the history of pencil making in words, pictures and lovingly restored machinery, find out exactly how we get a lead into a pencil today and let the kids imaginations run free in the Kids Art Studio.

There is an ever changing programme of free demonstrations, tuition workshops and family fun days designed to appeal to everyone whether you are a doodler, a sketcher or a dedicated artist and aged 3 or 93. Visit the ‘What’s on’ section for more information

A family ticket is just £11 or pay £16.50 for an annual family season ticket so you can visit the museum as many times as you like throughout the year.

In 2012 The Cumberland Pencil Company celebrates its 180th anniversary and so, for this and The Queen's diamond Jubilee, we have lots of special events planned from the 2-5 June just visit the events section for more information.