Derwent Artisan Cafe

Visited here on Friday 3rd May. I must admit I went in with low expectations seeing as I'm not a writer, artist or anything that uses a pencil. I was amazed at how great it was! The place may be small but the amount of information provided, along with exhibits was great! The young man who served us was friendly, professional and generally a pleasure to talk to! I really recommend this place, and put effort in on the quiz. It makes a difference to normal museums.

Discover fascinating insights about the humble yet essential pencil at this captivating museum. Delve into its intriguing history, including its role in wars and other historic events. Engage in a fun-filled and informative experience as you explore the exhibits and fill out a questionnaire provided by the museum, adding depth to your visit. Upon completion, receive delightful goodies as a token of appreciation. With amenities like a small café and ample parking, this museum promises an outstanding and worthwhile experience for visitors of all ages.

Fab - and not just for certified anoraks! Great history of pencil making in the UK with a WW2 secret link! Great shop with lots of variety of pencils and other drawing equipment and a cafe too! All on the flat so appropriate for wheelchairs and prams. Decent sized car park (council run) that you need to pay for but not expensive.

This is a really cracking museum. It shares about the history of pencil-making in Keswick and how graphite was discovered. They have quizzes for children of various ages and adults too! They were running craft activities when we visited during the school holidays. However, on a wet, school holiday day there was a significant queue to get in (because everyone wants a good wet-weather activity!) Get here early, or be prepared to queue (note that tickets CANNOT be purchased in advance). The miniature pencil sculptures at the end were really awesome to see.