At a glance
- Now
- Opening soonOpens today at 10:00
- Age
- Babies, Toddlers, Children, Teenagers
- Price
- Low (£) — guide only; check official prices
- Location
- Ashington
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More to know
- Indoors or outdoors
- Indoors and outdoors
- Visit length
- Half a day, Full day
Price band: Low · How we use price bands
These are broad planning guides for a typical visit, not exact prices. Check the venue before travelling.
- Free
- No regular admission fee. Parking, donations, travel or optional activities may still cost extra.
- Low
- Usually a small charge or donation, broadly up to £10 per person.
- Medium
- A typical paid visit, broadly around £10–£25 per person or a moderate family ticket.
- High
- Usually a larger day-out cost, broadly over £25 per person or for a family ticket.
About this activity
A former colliery exploring Northumberland's mining and social history through original industrial buildings, exhibitions, art and family activities. It sits beside Queen Elizabeth II Country Park and has a café and picnic spaces. Under-18s enter free and an adult ticket normally provides an annual pass. The museum opens every day during Northumberland school holidays.
Regular openingMain visitor access · Current schedule
- monday
- Closed
- tuesday
- Closed
- wednesday
- 10:00–16:00
- thursday
- 10:00–16:00
- friday
- 10:00–16:00
- saturday
- 10:00–16:00
- sunday
- 10:00–16:00
Open daily during Northumberland school holidays. Check the museum calendar around school holidays.
Opening times can change. Check the venue website before travelling.
Check venue websitePlan your visit
Location
QEII Country Park, Ashington, NE63 9YFSeasonal plans
What’s on here
This venue has upcoming events listed. Have a look at the dates and booking details before you set off.
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