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At the National Coal Mining Museum this summer visitors can grab their bucket and spade and travel back in time to the 1960s to see how miners spent their summer holidays. Yes, there are toilets, accessible toilets and baby changing facilities. Put on your Miners Hat and grab your Lamp! Very informative, galleries are well laid out.

Well worth a second visit.
Also, nice cafe, not overpriced.

You and your friends descend 140 metres down the pit shaft to the bottom where you will engage in interactive underground activities in the mine. Expires 4 months after purchase. Great tour guide.

Trusted by millions of families since 2006. The National Coal Mining Museum for England is based at the site of Caphouse Colliery in Overton, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, England. You can use the room however you wish!

Tour times daily: 10.30am; 12.30pm; 2pm. Fab place. About The National Mining Museum Based at one of the finest surviving examples of a Victorian colliery in Europe, The National Mining Museum showcases a history of the mining industry in Scotland. There’s plenty more to try over 45 acres with a nature trail, a train ride to Hope Pit and lots of special craft events for kids throughout the year. The lively ex-miner led underground tours are a must for all visitors and children aged 5 years and above. Plus, all new in 2017: an adventure playground! Copyright 2020 National Coal Mining Museum for England Trust Ltd. Company Registration Number: 1702426. Tour may last up to 1h15min. National Coal Mining Museum has not told us if you can bring a picnic. Based at one of the finest surviving examples of a Victorian colliery in Europe, The National Mining Museum showcases a history of the mining industry in Scotland. Yes, National Coal Mining Museum is wheelchair friendly and has accessible toilets. It opened in 1988 as the Yorkshire Mining Museum and was granted national status in 1995. Maximum of 15 children accompanied by 3 adults. Took the kids here for the day and they loved it. Caphouse Colliery was sunk in the 1770s or 1780s and the Hope Pit in the 1820s. Pop on a hard hat and take a trip through their exhibits which explore how miners lived way back in the Victorian era right on up to modern day.

Tickets are valid for up to 3 children per 1 paying adult. National Coal Mining Museum, Wakefield. Good café. Really interesting place, for selftour I would recommend to use the map because there is no clear indication where to go. Present printed Groupon on arrival. Bring a group of friends for your Birthday Party @Pit! Tel: 01924 844581       Email: events@ncm.org.uk. Neil the tour guide ex miner was brilliant. This site requires a JavaScript enabled browser. National Coal Mining Museum for England , Caphouse Colliery, Wakefield, West Yorkshire , WF4 4RH.

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The outdoor play area keeps the kids entertained for ages too.

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Grow Your Business by Working with Groupon, £5 for a pithead guided tour and museum entry for one adult with up to three children (44% off), £9.50 for a pithead guided tour and museum entry for two adults with up to six children (47% off). Guided tours are available, presenting the lives and struggles of miners working at Lady Victoria in the past and their families. Go on an adventure 140m underground, follow the nature trails, explore the galleries and more! The National Coal Mining Museum for England keeps the stories of coal mining alive by creating enjoyable and inspiring ways to learn for people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities and by collecting and preserving the industry’s rich heritage. The National Coal Mining Museum for England keeps the stories of coal mining alive by creating enjoyable and inspiring ways to learn for people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities and by collecting and preserving the industry’s rich heritage.

No booking required. Discover the best gift ideas with Groupon: check out great deals for Black Friday, Gifts for Him, Gifts for Her, Gifts for Couples, Birthday Gifts, Gifts for Mothers and Affordable Gifts. You and your friends can have private use of our main function room, The Caphouse Suite, where you have the option to decorate the room in a favourite theme. © 2020 Groupon International Limited. National Mining Museum afternoon tea National Mining Museum, Lady Victoria Colliery, Newtongrange, Midlothian, EH22 4QN SOLD OUT £ 15 usually £46.00; save 67%; deals sold; Share with friends. Visit the Museum galleries at your leisure, 10% discount vouchers for the Museum Café for parents.

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Yes, I want to save money by receiving personalised Groupon emails with awesome deals. Why not hire a soft play area, bouncy castle or a disco for the room or even hire a children's entertainer to keep you all entertained. activities in your city. Museums and Art Galleries, Caves and Mines. Discover National Coal Mining Museum in Wakefield. There’s even a spot for under 5s to play in peace.

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Monday to Sunday 10:00 - 17:00Closed 24th - 26th December & 1st January, Caphouse Colliery, New Road in Overton, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF4 4RH, England. You find out about the life of the miners not just about how the mine works. You can change your email preferences at any time.
National Coal Mining Museum The National Coal Mining Museum for England provides a great day out with a unique opportunity to travel 140 metres underground down one of Britain's oldest working mines.

All reviews are from people who have redeemed deals with this merchant. Visitors can marvel at the size of the place and the traditional machinery still in its old places. Help Preserve our Heritage - Dig Deep and Donate, Meet Maurice the Miner and take a ride 140 metres underground with your party host and guide, Explore "The Pit" and enjoy our interactive activities, Tuck into your party snap in our unique underground room, Say hello to our pit ponies after the party and enjoy free time at our outdoor play area, 10% Off Cafe Vouchers for all parents wishing to grab a brew/bite to eat and enjoy the museum gallery while children are below ground, 15 children and 3 accompanying adults go underground, Chance for parents to take photos of the children in our miner themed photo board, 10% discount vouchers for the Museum Café for parents, Time to play on the outside play area and visit the Pit Ponies after the party. Great place to visit and the cafe is amazing!

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National Coal Mining Museum has not told us if they are dog friendly. © Copyright Day Out With The Kids Ltd. All rights reserved. Discover the tales of the mining community. Situated in a rural setting, it offers an unusual combination of exciting experiences, whilst providing a genuine insight into the hard-working lives of miners through the ages.