Mining Museum Scotland: Admission & Guided Tour with Ex-Miner
National Mining Museum
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Book National Mining Museum tickets for one of the best museums in Scotland
Dig deeper into Scotland's history and heritage when you visit the National Mining Museum in Midlothian, a 5-star visitor attraction located in the beautifully-restored Lady Victoria Colliery in Newtongrange.
Enjoy Guided Tours at the National Mining Museum with ex-miners
Experience a guided tour in Scotland with an authentic ex-miner, as you discover secrets behind the National Mining Museum and delve into the lives of miners:
- Take a guided tour of the colliery with an ex-miner guide
- Experience the noise of a working pit with an ex-miner
- See the pit head and the recreated underground
- Get up-close to Scotland's largest winding engine
- Enjoy access to two floors of exhibitions
- Duration: 1 hour and 15 minutes
- Times: 10:30am, 12:30pm, 2:30pm
- Save money with Family Tickets!
There's so many things to do at the National Mining Museum in Scotland
Welcome to the Lady Victoria Colliery, home to the National Mining Museum of Scotland. Originally opened in 1895 as Scotland's first super-pit, the site ceased production in 1981 and now serves as one of the best-preserved Victorian Collieries in Europe, with experiences, activities and tours suitable for all ages:
- Exhibitions: Dive into a day of learning with two permanent displays teaching you about The Story of Coal and A Race Apart, so you can discover the lives of miners and families. There is also a range of temporary exhibitions for you to enjoy, so you'll always see and learn something new!
- Lady Victoria Colliery: Investigate the history and heritage of the popular tourist attraction in Scotland as you delve into Scotland's past.
- Interactive Hub: Located in the Green Zone, little explorers can discover engineering and climate change through a series of child-friendly challenges.
- Energy Lab: Discover your inner-scientist and investigate new energies and technologies in the Energy Lab!
- Play Park: Run wild in the play area, featuring new weather and biodiversity activities for all ages to enjoy!
- Museum Cafe: Refresh and refuel yourself throughout your day out in Scotland with a trip to the cafe! Grab a light lunch of a hot meal with a drink before continuing your journey into the past.
Book National Mining Museum tickets for one of the best heritage days out in Scotland!