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Scottish Mining Museum

null Set in the former Lady Victoria Colliery, one of Europe's finest examples of Victorian architecture, this fascinating museum has something for everyone! Discover the miners' way of life through two floors of exhibitions, interactives, film theatres, recreated underground, coalface, Magic Helmet tours and much more! Marvel at the sheer size of the place, be astounded by the engineering brilliance behind the machinery and retrace the footsteps and struggles of thousands of miners and their families before you. This Five Star Attraction is fully wheelchair accessible and has free parking, coffee shop and gift shop, children's play area and picnic area.


Free Entry
You save:Adult £6.50 Child: £3.95

Visitor Information

Opening Days/Times
March–Oct: 1000-1700 daily
Nov– Feb: 1000-1600 daily

Last Entry
March ? Oct: 1530 Nov ? Feb: 1430

Distance from City Centre
9.1 miles

Buses
3, 3A, 29

Contact Information

Scottish Mining Museum
Lady Victoria Colliery
Newtongrange
EH22 4QN

Telephone
0131 663 7519

Email and Web Site
visitorservices@scottishminingmuseum.com
Scottish Mining Museum