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National Coal Mining Museum
-1st June 2025
Address: Wakefield
Venue: National Coal Mining Museum
Website: www.ncm.org.uk
24 May -1st June 2025
National Coal Mining Museum
Explore the great outdoors this May Half Term with hands-on activities, woodland wonders and much more.
Underground Tours Wed-Sun, 10am-3.20pm £7.50 per person
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
Be transported through the centuries as you are taken through almost 200 years of mining history thanks to state-of-the-art technology. New experience for 2025!
Stories of Pit Lasses Wed-Sun,
Listen to family-friendly stories of strong women from mining communities – from coal queens to pit brow lasses.
Makers’ Shed Wed - Sun, Free
Get inspired by our Nature Trail and make some bright and beautiful Spring-themed crafts to take home.
Caphouse Creators (7-12 yrs) Wed 28, Thu 29 & Fri 30 May, 11am-12.30pm £7 per child
Turn recycled paper into beautiful handmade sheets using real papermaking tools. Learn creative techniques and sustainable practices along the way.