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Geology Rocks! - day of geology events at the Mining Museum
About the event
Dates and venues
Themes
Further information
About the event
Get ready… Geology Rocks is almost here! Unearth amazing rocks and fossils, marvel at unique shows and guided tours, and witness spectacular demonstrations, all with a roar-some twist that will delight adventurers of all ages.
This incredible day of free family fun is your chance to celebrate the fascinating world beneath our feet like never before. This year’s event is extra special with a thrilling theme – dinosaurs! Perfect for budding palaeontologists, it’s a day packed with jaw-dropping discoveries and prehistoric surprises.
Don’t miss this chance to dig deep into history, explore the wonders of geology, and step into a world where science and excitement collide. It’s going to be dino-mite!
Event organised in partnership with Yorkshire Geological Society.
Please click on the link under Further Information for more details.
Organiser
National Coal Mining Museum for England (NCM)
Contacts
National Coal Mining Museum
Caphouse Colliery New Road,
Overton,
Wakefield,
WF4 4RH
info@ncm.org.uk
01924 848806
Dates and venues
Saturday 11 April 2026 - 10:00am - 5:00pm,
National Coal Mining Museum for England, Caphouse Colliery, New Road, Overton, Wakefield, WF4 4RH
Further information
Links
NCM event page
Documents
Themes
Children up to age 12 (including family events and pantomimes)
Events suitable for children up to around aged 12, also family events.
Learning, interest and advice
Events related to advice, education and careers, as well as learning for fun. Also, talks, guided walks, and events of historical or other interest.