Coal mining museum with a restored colliery, underground tours, pit ponies, a cafe and gift shop. Summary via Google
About Catering The National Mining Museum
Catering at Caphouse Colliery serves visitors to this coal mining museum near Overton. The cafe operates within the museum site, which features underground tours, exhibitions and facilities for children including an adventure playground.
The cafe holds a five-star food hygiene rating. Visitors report good value and note the availability of free parking at the venue.
Opening hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Sunday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
What's nearby
- Caphouse Colliery And Hope Pit 200m away
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Visitors say this museum offers engaging exhibitions, including underground tours led by knowledgeable ex-miners, and a large adventure playground for children. They also highlight the friendly and helpful staff, as well as the delicious food and good value at the cafe. Guests mention the free entry and parking, making it an excellent and educational family day out.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Guest rating
- 4.8 / 5 (4,512 reviews)
- Good for children
- Yes
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5 – Very good
- Destination
- Wakefield
Food hygiene rating from the Food Standards Agency.