This site requires a JavaScript enabled browser. Please enable Javascript or upgrade your browser to access all the features.

Alert! Due to routine essential maintenance there are no Underground Tours from 4th Mar-10th Mar 2019.

Close

Alert! Due to refurbishments there will be limited access to galleries from 24th Feb to 5th April

Close

Dig deep & Donate

Become a Volunteer

Volunteer Today

Blacksmiths @Pit

Underground Tours

Underground Tours

Get kitted out with your hard hat and battery lamp, then descend 140m underground to discover the harsh realities of coal mining through the centuries…

What Our Visitors Say

Find out why visitors rank us in the Top Five Things to do in West Yorkshire on Trip Advisor!

All Weather Adventure

Come rain or shine, turn your day out into a unique adventure at NCMME! Whether it's 140m beneath the surface or exploring the galleries above ground, you’ll never be stuck for ideas!

For Families, For everyone

The Museum is family-friendly, and aims to provide an enjoyable and informative experience for everyone. You can always be sure of a warm Yorkshire welcome.

What's on…

16 - 24 Feb 2019

Half Term @ Pit

This Half Term learn about the history of coalmining and get hands-on with our activities with a mining twist!

06 - 28 Apr 2019

Easter @ Pit!

Here at the National Coal Mining Museum we have lots of activities for all the family to enjoy together.

10 Apr 2019

Wacky Wednesday Science Special

Is it MAGIC or is it SCIENCE? Come along to find out.

Meet us at the coalface…