The Lakes Motor Museum

The Lakes Motor Museum

The Lakes Motor Museum is situated in the scenic Leven Valley of Broughton-in-Furness, Cumbria, England, and was founded in 1978. The museum features a collection of vintage cars, motorcycles, bicycles, scooters, and various automotive-related artifacts and memorabilia. Additionally, there is a dedicated exhibition showcasing the racing achievements of Sir Malcolm Campbell and his son Donald on both land and water.

As an additional attraction at Holker Hall, the Lakes Motor Museum was established in 1978 within the grounds of Holker Hall at Sand Gate Farm. It was founded by Donald Sidebottom, with the initial collection primarily consisting of cars and automotive memorabilia he had amassed since the 1960s. After being housed at Holker Hall for over thirty years, the museum relocated to its current site in 2010.

The highlight of the Lakes Motor Museum is its collection of over 30,000 vehicles and automotive-related items, including a reconstructed garage from the 1920s. Among the most notable exhibits are a 1913 Star 15.9, a 1936 Bentley once driven by Donald Campbell, a World War II Willys Jeep, and a 1955 Jaguar XK140.

Lakeland Motor Museum

Must-visit reason: The most renowned motor museum in Cumbria

Continent where the attraction is located: Europe【Europe】

Country/region where the attraction is located: Britain[Britain]

Province/state where the attraction is located: Cumbria County [Cumbria County]