Woodhorn Colliery opened in 1894 and closed in 1981. At its peak, over 2,000 people worked underground at the site, mining 600,000 tonnes of coal every year.
Today the colliery buildings form a mining museum, with displays including photographs from the mine and the local area. You can see paintings by the ‘Pitmen Painters’ showing scenes from the 1930s, and colliery banners that were used to represent local miners in parades.
There is a shop and cafe, as well as a children’s play area and grounds to explore.
Facilities include disabled toilets, a Changing Places toilet and a baby-changing area.
Enjoy discounts and exclusive offers when you visit by public transport.
Car-free days out with discounts
When you travel by public transport you can enjoy a range of discounted days out like this one, thanks to our partnership with car-free champions Good Journey. Discover more car-free adventures at www.goodjourney.org.uk
Car-free days out: inspired by Good Journey, delivered by Traveline.