Nature Trail at National Coal Mining Museum for England

A stroll along the Natural Trail at the National Coal Mining Museum for England is a great way to enjoy the fresh air and the beautiful surrounding countryside.

The trail starts near the picnic area where visitors begin their journey on the gravel path to the valley bottom and follow the stream until the path divides. Now the choice is yours; carry on straight up the hill and you’ll arrive back at Caphouse, or take the right fork to discover the reed beds that are part of the water-treatment plant and then continuing onto the Hope Pit displays.

Along the way you can enjoy the tranquillity of nature among the birch, oak and ash woodland, find out about the plants, trees and wildlife that make their home in the surrounding area of the Museum. What can you spot from the bird hides?

Join Motty the mole and unearth the unexpected as he takes you on as adventure around the Nature Trail and Museum site. Pick up Motty’s handy, re-useable activity cards from Reception before you set off on your journey and enjoy a day of interactive games and puzzles – only £3 per family.