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Explore the power of nature this February Half Term with hands-on activities, spectacular science and so much more.


Time Tunnel


Wed-Sun

£5.50 per child, £6.50 per adult, pre-booking advised


Be transported through the centuries as you are taken through almost 200 years of mining history thanks to state-of-the-art technology. Led by a former miner you will travel through time and discover the incredible stories of coal mining through the centuries.




Canary Capers Puppet Show


Wed-Sun, 11.30am-3pm

Free, Drop-in at Pony Discovery Centre


What has Sparky the Canary been up too? Find out about his capers in a shadow puppet show, sure to delight the young at heart.




Makers’ Shed


Wed 19-Sun 23 Feb, 11.30am-3.30pm

Free, drop-in at Learning Space, The Hub


Get creative with free crafts inspired by the new nature backpacks!




Horsekeeper Talks


Wed-Sun,

Free at Pony Discovery Centre


Visit Eric, Ernie, Finn and Bud. Join a Horsekeeper talk at 12pm, then see what they are fed at 2:30pm.




Roots, Shoots, Buzzes and Hoots


Wed 19 & Fri 21 February, 11am to 3pm

Free, drop-in (All ages welcome, especially suited to Under 5s)


What’s growing here in the outdoor spaces? Come and join in with stories of the plants and creatures that live in and around the Museum.




Guided Nature Tour


Wed 19 February (11.30am & 2.30pm) and Fri 21 February (11.30am & 2.30pm)

£2.50 per family. Meet outside The Hub, pre-bookable


Join a guided investigation of the Nature Trail, using scientific equipment from the new Nature Explorer Bags – perfect for curious minds eager to uncover the wonders of the natural world!




Spectacular Science


Thu 20 February, 11.30am, 1.30pm & 2.30pm

£10 per family (up to 3 children), pre-bookable. (7-12 years, younger siblings welcome)


Join Amazelab for a fun and interactive science workshop to discover how mine water is cleaned naturally by reed beds – and create a fabulous filter to take home.




The Dirt in My Fingernails


Thu 20 February, 10.30am, 1pm & 2pm

£2.50 per child, meet at Reception, pre-bookable


Join Storytrails for an interactive storytelling performance exploring the strong bonds between mining communities, the natural world, and the old, deep stories within it. 




Little Wildlings Scavenger Hunt


Fri 21 February, 10.30am-11.30am

Free, meet outside The Hub, pre-bookable. (All ages welcome, especially suited to Under 5s)


Enjoy a woodland adventure hunting for nature’s treasures, and use your finds to create beautiful nature prints!




Steam Winder Demonstrations


Wed-Sun, Free, Frequent Demonstrations


See how a few puffs of steam can work with some giant machinery to move the mighty Pit Wheel.




Tours:


Pithead Baths Explore

Wed-Sun, 12pm, Free

Meet at Pithead Baths


Discover the daily routines of miners, from the start to the end of their day, in this fun family tour!




Visit the National Coal Mining Museum this half term for a fantastic family day out, take a walk around the Nature Trail, explore discovery spots, and lots, lots more!


PLEASE NOTE: THE MUSEUM IS CLOSED ON MONDAYS AND TUESDAYS


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
  • Guide Dogs Welcome
  • Parent And Baby
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Venue Details

Find us at

New Road, Wakefield, WF4 4RH

Phone

01924848806

Email

info@ncm.org.uk