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Step into a Jurassic Adventure! Join the National Coal Mining Museum for an amazing day bringing prehistoric magic to life.
Get prehistoric at the National Coal Mining Museum‘s Dino Discovery Day, a roaring dinosaur event that’s fun for all ages. Discover how the creatures that once stomped across ancient forests helped shape the coal seams deep underground.
Unearth fossil secrets, see the spectacular Rock ‘n’ Coal Show for fantastic free performances, meet dinosaurs big and small (featuring a full-size Megalosaurus, two baby dinosaurs, and an over-the-shoulder dinosaur experience), enjoy dinosaur-themed crafts, and learn how coal mines have uncovered traces of prehistoric life.
Throughout the day, experience live dinosaur shows, dinosaur walkabouts, minibeast scavenger hunts, plus lots of dinosaur goodies to purchase from the shop and on-site retailers.
Whether you’re a budding palaeontologist or just dino-curious, come join the adventure, the only thing cooler than dinosaurs is finding them at a coal mine!
Add a photobooth pass to take home a roar-some souvenir photo from your day. Choose from a range of options including printed photos in keepsake booklets, digital images, and even bonus video content.
Save 10% on photobooth passes when purchased in advance with your event ticket. Discount applied automatically at checkout.
Venue opening hours
Monday : Closed
Tuesday : Closed
Wednesday : 9:45 am - 5:00 pm
Thursday : 9:45 am - 5:00 pm
Friday : 9:45 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday : 9:45 am - 5:00 pm
Sunday : 9:45 am - 5:00 pm
Access facilities
- Accessible Car Parking
- Accessible Toilet
- Assistance Dogs Welcome
- Baby Changing Facilities
- Dementia Friendly
- Step Free Access
- Wheelchair Accessible
Venue Details
Find us at
New Road, Wakefield, WF4 4RH
Phone
01924848806
info@ncm.org.uk