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Experience Coal Mining History in New Time Tunnel Exhibit

2/3/2025

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Step into the past at the National Museum of Coal Mining in Wakefield, where the new "time tunnel" exhibition brings the rich history of British coal mining to life. Guided by former miners, this immersive experience transports visitors from the 19th century to today, celebrating a vital heritage during the poignant 40th anniversary of the Miners' Strike.

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Step into the past at the National Museum of Coal Mining in Wakefield, where the new "time tunnel" exhibition brings the rich history of British coal mining to life. Guided by former miners, this immersive experience transports visitors from the 19th century to today, celebrating a vital heritage during the poignant 40th anniversary of the Miners' Strike.