Get hands-on with history this February Half Term with an action packed week of events and activities! Explore the great outdoors with our nature backpacks, see mining stories come to life, get creative with free crafts, and so much more.

Time TunnelWed-Sun£5.50 per child, £6.50 per adult, pre-booking advised

Be transported through the centuries as you are taken through almost 200 years of mining history thanks to state-of-the-art technology. You will travel through time and discover the incredible stories of coal mining through the centuries.

Family Weaving WorkshopWed 18, Thu 19, Fri 20 February, 11am-12.30pm£10 per family (max 4 people), pre-bookable

Explore loom, circle, and stick weaving inspired by the beautifully woven seats and decorative emblems of our newly restored Voysey chairs and table, using tactile textiles to craft joyful creations for your living spaces.

Tales of Coal, Care and Community LifeWed-Sun, 11.30am-3pmFree, Drop-in at Parkinson’s Yard, The Hub

Discover how welfare above ground gave miners and their families support, and a sense of belonging, through interactive storytelling.

Makers’ ShedWed-Sun, 11.30am-3.30pmFree, drop-in at the Pony Discovery Centre

Have you spotted the stunning restored chairs in our gallery? They’ve inspired our half term Makers’ Shed, where you can try your hand at weaving in our free craft activities. What wonderfully woven masterpiece will you make to take home? Let your imagination run wild!

Light Up TrailWed-SunFree, pick up at the Visitor Welcome Desk, The Hub

Explore the darkest corners of the Museum to discover the story of an adventurous pit pony.

Horsekeeper TalksWed-Sun,Free at Pony Discovery Centre

Visit Eric, Ernie, Finn and Al. Join us for our Horsekeeper talks at 12pm, see what they are fed at 2.30pm.

Discovery SpotsWed-Sun, free, drop-in (volunteer dependant)

Look out for our friendly volunteers across the site who will be running interactive activities throughout the day.

Tours:

Pithead Baths ExploreWed-Sun, 12pm, FreeMeet at Pithead Baths

Discover the daily routines of miners, from the start to the end of their day, in this fun family tour!

Visit us this half term for a fantastic family day out, take a walk around our Nature Trail, visit the Adventure Playground, enjoy delicious food in the café, explore discovery spots, and lots, lots more!

PLEASE NOTE: THE MUSEUM IS CLOSED ON MONDAYS AND TUESDAYS