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National Mining Museum Scotland

National Mining Museum Scotland is a 5 star visitor attraction set in the wonderfully restored Lady Victoria Colliery.  It tells the story of coal for Scotland.   Find out exactly what life was like at home and at work for the miners and their families in the Scottish mining communities.  

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Opening Times

The Museum is open!

Monday to Sunday 10am to 4pm

You can book online.

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Email

enquiries@nationalminingmuseum.com

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Ticket info

EXHIBITION ENTRY & GUIDED TOUR WITH EX-MINER GUIDE
£9.50    Adult
£7.50    Concession*
£3.50    Children 7-15 years old
FREE    Children under 7 

EXHIBITION ENTRY & AUDIO TOUR OF THE PIT HEAD
£8.00   Adult  
£6.00   Concession*
£2.50    Children 7-15  years old
Free      Children under 7 

EXHIBITION GALLERIES ONLY
£4   Adult
£3.50   Concession*
Free     Children 0-15

*Concessions Definition:  Visitors who are disabled, aged over 60, Young Scot card holders (16-26), unemployed, students or Armed Forces.  Relevant ID or proof should be brought on the day.

What's On

Welcome to the National Mining Museum Scotland What's on section.
Our events team are working on adding new exhibitions and activities.

Please come back soon.

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The Collection

National Mining Museum Scotland cares for the Lady Victoria Colliery and the national coal mining collections. The Museum’s object collection includes tools, safety equipment, lamps, models, clothing, trophies, geological specimens, banners, books, art and an extensive collection of large mining objects.