Big Pit National Coal Mining Museum

Big Pit National Coal Museum is an industrial heritage museum showcasing the history of coal mining in Wales. The museum offers an underground tour, led by a real miner, which takes visitors 300ft underground through original mine workings, giving a living, breathing taste of what life was like for those who made their living at the coal face. On the surface, visitors can enjoy a virtual tour of a modern coal mine, as well as exhibitions such as the Pithead Baths and the Lamp Room with real-life canaries. The museum also features a Blacksmith's Forge, a Fan House, and an Explosives Magazine. The site is part of the Blaenavon Industrial Landscape, a World Heritage Site, and offers a unique and educational experience for visitors of all ages