Uncover and handle amazing rocks and fossils, enjoy unique shows and tours, and explore the incredible world beneath your feet.

Event organised in partnership with Yorkshire Geological Society.

Meet geology experts, with demonstrations, storytelling and activities across site including:

Drift Walks10.30am & 1pm, booking essential, ages 10+ only

Head down the Museum’s steep drift, a sloped roadway leading out of the pit, and discover where coal used to leave the mine.

Surface Walks10.30am, 12pm & 2pm, pre-bookableMeet at Café

Discover the rocks around the museum and explore the area around the Lister-Kaye Tunnel.

Fossil Identification, YGS Hub and speak to local groups and societies 10am-1.30pmConference CentreFree, drop-in

Bring your rock, mineral and fossil specimens to be identified by experts. There will be lots of practical demonstrations and hands-on activities as well as geological exhibits and displays.

Rock Cutting10am-1.30pmThe HubFree, drop-in

Unearth the secrets of rocks from your collection – bring one along to see it get cut open and polished.

Science Shows – The Rock Showman11.30am-3.30pmLearning Space, The HubFree, drop-in

Join the Rock Showman and learn all about coal, fossils, dinosaurs & minerals that can be discovered beneath your feet.

The Story ShellTimings TBCFree

Join us for immersive storytelling in a huge seashell! Perfect for under 5s.

Makers’ Shed12pm-4pmPit YardFree, drop-in

Unearth the past and get creative to make your own fossils.

The Rock ‘n’ Coal Show12pm, 1pm, 2pm & 3pmLearning Space, The HubFree

Discover how coal was formed and how we know where to find it! Meet famous people from history such as the Father of Geology William Smith and Marie Curie who was the first woman to win a Nobel Prize for her scientific discoveries.

Geological Talks1.15pm-5pmConference CentreFree, drop-in

Experience a series of short talks from YGS members, ranging from the building blocks of Yorkshire to the geology of Caphouse Colliery.

Other activities include the Paddy Train (weather dependent), Rag Rugging, Discovery Spots, Nature Trail, Horsekeeper talks (12pm & feeding 2.30pm), Pithead Baths Explore (12pm), and lots, lots more!