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Big Pit National Coal Museum

Blaenavon

A museum at a real coal mine in Blaenavon, Torfaen, with free entry. It is open daily from 9:30am to 4pm, with last entry at 3pm.

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Where to stay

  • BlaenavonSmall town beside the museum
  • AbergavennyMarket town about 20 minutes away by car
  • PontypoolTown about 15 minutes away by car
  • NewportCity about 30 minutes away by car
  • BrynmawrTown about 15 minutes away by car

Getting there

  • Use NP4 9RL for sat nav, or follow the brown tourism signs once in Blaenavon
  • From the M4, use junction 25a westbound or junction 26 eastbound; it is also signposted from the A465 at Brynmawr and Abergavenny
  • Parking is pay on arrival, with Blue Badge holders and motorbikes free
  • For buses, use Traveline Cymru
TipUnderground tours run 10am to 3pm and are limited, so buy a Job-A-Knock timed ticket in advance if you want a guaranteed place on a particular date.

Travel details can change, especially on event days — check with the venue or operator before you travel.

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Where is the best place to stay near Big Pit National Coal Museum?

Blaenavon: Small town beside the museum. Abergavenny: Market town about 20 minutes away by car. Pontypool: Town about 15 minutes away by car. Newport: City about 30 minutes away by car. Brynmawr: Town about 15 minutes away by car.

How do I get to Big Pit National Coal Museum?

Use NP4 9RL for sat nav, or follow the brown tourism signs once in Blaenavon. From the M4, use junction 25a westbound or junction 26 eastbound; it is also signposted from the A465 at Brynmawr and Abergavenny. Parking is pay on arrival, with Blue Badge holders and motorbikes free. For buses, use Traveline Cymru.

Any tips for visiting Big Pit National Coal Museum?

Underground tours run 10am to 3pm and are limited, so buy a Job-A-Knock timed ticket in advance if you want a guaranteed place on a particular date.

Which airport is closest to Big Pit National Coal Museum?

The nearest airport on this site is Cardiff Airport, about 28 miles away in a straight line. See hotels near the airport.