Museum of the Moon at Carlisle Cathedral

Luke Jerram's internationally touring Museum of the Moon comes to Carlisle Cathedral from 1 October to 1 November 2026.

The internally lit seven-metre sphere uses detailed NASA imagery of the lunar surface. In Carlisle it hangs beneath the Cathedral's famous blue-and-gold starry ceiling.

Opening times and admission

Daytime viewing is normally 10am-5pm Monday-Saturday, last entry 4.30pm, and noon-2pm on Sundays around worship. No advance booking is required for ordinary daytime viewing. Admission is by invited voluntary donation, with £5 per adult or £12 per family suggested.

More to see

A South Aisle exhibition explores the Cathedral's relationship with the night sky. The wider programme includes concerts, talks, family activities, late openings and optional at-height Moon View Tours.

Getting there

Use Carlisle city-centre parking and walk to The Abbey. Carlisle railway station and the bus interchange are within walking distance.

Before you go

Services and event preparation can occasionally limit access, so check the Cathedral calendar on the day of your visit.