A POPULAR mini golf attraction that was first installed at the Beacon in Whitehaven is hoping to tour Cumbria.

Cumberland Golf is a 9-hole mini golf course that has proved popular at The Beacon Museum, Whitehaven, and they are now looking for an alternative venue.

They are due to uninstall the attraction at the Beacon in the week commencing Monday, April 15.

Each hole of the playable mini gold course is based on a Cumberland landmark. Carlisle Castle, Castlerigg stone circle, Maryport Senhouse Roman Museum, Millom railway station, Whitehaven harbour, Hadrian’s Wall, Eskdale Mill, St Bees lighthouse, Florence Mine in Egremont are all featured.

Each location includes information about the history of the site and what it’s used for today. The mini golf holes were built for The Beacon Museum by local carpenter Alan Hawkins.

The potential to move the course offers a new wet weather attraction for wherever it may land, with 145sq(m) venue space required to accommodate all nine holes.

Councillor Anne Quilter, Cumberland Council’s executive member for vibrant and healthy places, said: “The new Mini-Golf Cumberland exhibition is a great way for children and adults of all ages to find out about the history of key landmarks within the Cumberland area in a fun and interactive way.

“Alongside the Cumberland Sports exhibition, it makes The Beacon Museum a must-see venue over autumn. Make a visit and find out more about our rich heritage in a family friendly setting.”