What's On: Shows - National Coal Mining Museum

The Museum is closed Thu 25 December – Thu 1 January. The Museum reopens on Friday 2 January, 10am-4pm (please see our festive hours here)

Following further negotiations with UNISON, industrial action, largely affecting our Underground Tours, is confirmed to take place until Wednesday 28 January 2026. Although Underground Tours will be unavailable during this period, the Museum Remains Open, and continues to share the important history of coal mining with our visitors. Read the full statement here and FAQs.

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Christmas at Caphouse

22 Nov 25 - 24 Dec 25

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Pithead Baths Explore

07 Jan 26 - 20 Dec 26

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