Big Pit Facts

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Big Pit National Coal Museum is an industrial heritage museum with a working coal mine from 1880 to 1980, it was opened to the public in 1983 under the …

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Apr 3, 2025
I went to Big Pit today with family.. I'm from Wales, but I can't believe I had never been before! It was awesome! I would thoroughly recommend going to everyone..seriously! Our tour guide, Steve, wa…Full review by samanthajayn
Mar 31, 2025
The only cost was £5 parking, so really budget friendly. The underground tour was good but it was very tame compared to other mines we’ve been to. It was fully accessible so my 92 yr old mum used a…Full review by Sue M
Mar 29, 2025
What a great visit we had! £5 to park, but apart from that it's free! Couldn't believe it! We went down 90 meters underground in the cage and then walked around with a very knowledgeable guide who to…Full review by MandyP126

Questions & answers

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Is there a weight limit for the lift down?
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The lift can accommodate 10 or so people so they will just reduce the amount they travel down with.
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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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Max of 18 per carriage. I recommend you come early (open at 9.30am on a nice sunny day. That’s what the cafe manageress told me and she was right coz we came the following day …
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Max of 18 per carriage. I recommend you come early (open at 9.30am on a nice sunny day. That’s what the cafe manageress told me and she was right coz we came the following day and it was glorious There’s a guide at the waiting area who will keep you entertained and informed- we were there for about 10min waiting Good luck You will love it It’s FREE
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Does it have free parking or disabled parking????
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There is no charge for blue badge holders
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