Hope Pit Explore
Explore the Hope Pit with our volunteer former-miners and understand the functions of giant mechanical machinery, then handle real mining equipment and get assigned a mining role as you experience the complete darkness of the Lister-Kaye Tunnel.
This experience is suitable for all the family including those under five years of age.
Places are strictly limited, so book now to guarantee your space. this tour is currently available:
Sunday 17, 24, 31 July, 7, 14, 21 August and 4 September 2022 11:30am-12:15pm & 12:30-1:15pm
Event Gallery
1 Child considers the role of a surveyor
2 Visitor tests air velocity
3 Volunteers demonstrate the size of the drills
4 Handling Dynamite
