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Explore the great outdoors this May Half Term at the National Coal Mining Museum with hands-on activities, woodland wonders and much more.
Underground Tours
Wed-Sun, 10am-3.20pm
£7.50 per person, pre-booking advised
Descend 140m underground and discover 180 years of history with a captivating former miner.
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.
Makers’ Shed
Wed-Sun, 11.30am-3.30pm
Free, drop-in at Pony Discovery Centre, The Hub
Get inspired by the Nature Trail and make some bright and beautiful spring-themed crafts to take home.
Stories of Pit Lasses
Wed-Sun
Free, drop-in at The Hub
Listen to family-friendly stories of strong women from mining communities – from coal queens to pit brow lasses.
Paddy Train
Wed-Sun, 11am-3pm, £2.50 per person (weather dependent)
Hop on the Paddy Train and travel to Hope Pit and Caphouse Colliery.
Horsekeeper Talks
Wed-Sun, 12pm and 2.30pm
Free at Pony Discovery Centre
Visit Eric, Ernie, Finn and Bud. Join a our Horsekeeper talks at 12pm, see what they are fed at 2.30pm.
Caphouse Creators May Half Term Special – Paper Making (7-12-year-olds)
Wed 28, Thu 29 & Fri 30 May, 11am-12.30pm
£7 per child, pre-bookable
Turn recycled paper into beautiful handmade sheets using real papermaking tools. Learn creative techniques and sustainable practices along the way.
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 this May Half Term for a fantastic family day out, enjoy Horsekeeper talks and pony feeding, Paddy Train rides (weather dependent), take a walk around our Nature Trail, explore discovery spots, and lots, lots more!
PLEASE NOTE: THE MUSEUM IS CLOSED ON MONDAYS AND TUESDAYS
Other activities include the Power House, Nature Trail, Paddy Train (weather dependent), Horsekeeper talks (12pm; feeding 2:30pm), Pithead Baths Explore (12pm daily), Discovery Spots, and lots, lots more!
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
- Parent And Baby
- Wheelchair Accessible
Venue Details
Find us at
New Road, Wakefield, WF4 4RH
Phone
01924848806
info@ncm.org.uk