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Giant Soft Bricks Playland coming to Whitehaven this summer
The Beacon Museum in Whitehaven is inviting families to discover a new play experience this summer.
The museum will host Giant Soft Bricks Playland from June 21 to September 14, transforming its Harbour Gallery into a "colourful indoor playground" for children aged six months to eight years old.
Packed with hundreds of giant foam bricks, the experience is designed to offer kids the chance to build, and explore.
Councillor Anne Quilter, executive member for vibrant and healthy places at Cumberland Council, said: "Giant Soft Bricks Playland is a wonderful addition to The Beacon Museum's summer programme, offering something truly special for local families and visitors alike.
"It's great to see spaces like this being used in creative ways that bring joy, encourage learning, and make Cumberland a destination for fun, family-friendly experiences."
Children can build and explore castles, wander through rainbow caves and enjoy sliding down a giant inflatable slide.
The playland also features trampolines, a foam brick house, mega blocks, and puzzles.
Sessions last one hour and run throughout the day at 10am, 11.15am, 12.30pm, 1.45pm, and 3pm.
Each session costs £5 per child and is priced separate from museum admission.
Families who only want to visit the playland do not need to purchase a museum ticket.
Heather Holmes, customer and visitor experience manager at The Beacon Museum, said: "We are transforming how our younger visitors experience The Beacon Museum – using our gallery space in a bold, unexpected way to spark curiosity and fun at every turn."
With the aim of ensuring a safe and consistent experience, the playland will be cleaned and reset between each session.
Advance booking is recommended, and can be made through the Beacon Museum's website.
Walk-ins will be limited and cancellations require at least 48 hours' notice.
The playland is also available for parties, with a package for £130 that includes a one-hour play session for up to 20 children, followed by 30 minutes in the Portal room for food and cake.
Full payment is required at the time of booking.
To reserve a session or find out more, visit the Beacon Museum website.
