Big Pit Mine

Big Pit National Coal Museum

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(3K) · Museum in Blaenafon, United Kingdom
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With facilities to educate and entertain all ages, Big Pit is an exciting and informative day out. Enjoy a multi-media tour of a modern coal mine with a virtual …

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Mar 9, 2025
Fantastic trip out. Kids really enjoyed the underground tour of the coal mines and the history behind it. The museum was great and Robin was fantastic with the kids teaching them things.Full review by Actors T
Feb 28, 2025
Amazing place to visit for people of all ages. Parking on site is £5 for all day. Entry is completely free. You are given a map at the entrance to help you navigate the site. If you come you have to …Full review by Lynsey F
Feb 25, 2025
Caroline T 2 contributions 0 Friends day out Feb 2025 • Friends Lovely day out.All the staff were so welcoming and friendly. Steve our guide for underground tour was inciteful and very funny. Would…Full review by carolinetC8519OG
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Blaenavon Pwll Mawr, or the Big Pit National Coal Museum, is one of the few places where you can experience life as a coal miner. Onc…
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Is there a weight limit for the lift down?
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There was no mention of weight limit.
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do I need to book?
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Sorry for the late reply. I can get busy so may be advisable to book ahead. I believe we did it online
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Times of visits
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9.30 - 1700 daily
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What size groups are the underground tours done in?
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Hi, there was 12 of us, we were the first group of the day
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Does it have free parking or disabled parking????
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Hi, there is a charge for parking £3, not sure about disabled parking though.
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When will I receive my order?
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We aim to deliver your order within 5 working days to the UK, 8 working days to the EU and 14 workings days outside the EU.
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