Minecraft Mania

Minecraft Mania at the National Coal Mining Museum – A Day of Block‑Busting Fun for the Whole Family

Get ready to create, craft, and crack Minecraft codes right here at the Museum! Join us for a full day of Minecraft Mania, perfect for fans of all ages who can’t get enough of the Minecraft universe.

🎬 A Minecraft Movie – Family Film Screening
2.30pm, £2.50 per person, pre-bookable
Conference Centre, The Hub

Settle in and enjoy a special showing of the hit A Minecraft Movie (2025), an adventure on the big screen that brings your favourite blocky world to life! Perfect for families, there will be comfy seating and a relaxed space at the back with toys and colouring in, if little ones need a break and want to explore!

🖌️ Free Minecraft‑Themed Activities
Drop-in, 11am-3pm, Free at the Pony Discovery Centre

Try our crafting activities at this free drop-in session, promising lots of hands‑on fun. Whether you’re a seasoned builder or a curious newbie, there’s something for everyone.

🧩 The Fantastically Fun Minecraft-inspired Escape Room in a Box
10am and 12.30pm, £15 per family (Up to 2 adults & 1 child) + £5 per additional child, pre-bookable
Learning Space, The Hub

Think you’ve got what it takes to crack the code? Experience our Minecraft-inspired Escape Room in a Box and put your skills to the test. Work as a team, solve clues, and see if you can problem-solve your way to victory before time runs out!

⛏️ Journey Through Time: The Time Tunnel
Throughout the day, Adult £6.50, Child £5.50 (under 3s free), pre-bookable

Discover the real-life history that inspired Minecraft’s mining adventures. Our Time Tunnel tour takes you on an immersive trip into the past to uncover the story of coal find out more about the industry that powered the world for centuries.