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Visit National Mining Museum Scotland car-free
It’s easy to visit the National Mining Museum Scotland car-free.
Newtongrange train station is 5 minutes away by footpath. There are direct trains from Edinburgh Waverly (25 mins), Tweedbank (35 mins) and stations in between.
Bus 29 from Edinburgh city centre (about 45 mins) and others stop right outside. There are frequent buses from around Edinburgh (bus 29, bus 48 and bus X95) and Gorebridge (bus 29, bus 48 and bus X95, 10 mins). Bus X95 runs from Galashiels (45 mins), Harwick (90 mins) and Carlisle (3 hrs).
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About National Mining Museum Scotland
This restored colliery was Scotland's first super-pit, which was operational from 1895 to 1981. Tours are led by people who worked there, taking in the pithead, recreated underground roadway and coalface. There are also audio and multimedia guides to play on your phone. Learn how coal was formed and mined throughout history.
The Green Zone science exhibition has a soft play, Play Park, Energy Lab, Interactive Hub and Activity Room. Have fun while investigating ways to address the current climate emergency.
For any queries about visiting contact National Mining Museum Scotland on 0131 6637519 or reception@nationalminingmuseum.com
Address: National Mining Museum Scotland, Lady Victoria Colliery, Newtongrange, Midlothian, EH22 4QN. Visit Website