Event:Grŵp GLO - Big Pit’s Intergenerational Group
Grŵp GLO is a safe place to enjoy a cuppa and chat with members of your community of all ages about the heritage of South Wales and its industrial past.
Sessions include visits to heritage sites, including Big Pit, learning to sing in a Welsh choir and learning some rugby moves.
Our sessions are all inspired by our museum collections and objects. We also welcome those who prefer to sit and relax.
Sessions:
29th January - A chance to learn some Rugby techniques at Blaenavon Workmen’s Hall;
12th March - Learn a song inspired by Welsh Choirs at Big Pit;
4th June - Rebuild a Cairn with CADW at Blaenavon Ironworks;
16th July - A Summer trip inspired by the Miner’s Fortnight.
Grŵp GLO is a FREE group and is funded by generous support from National Grid.
Information
Plan your visit
Opening Hours
2 January-30 January 2025
Open daily 9.30am-4pm.
Last entry: 3pm.
Underground Tours : 10am-3pm and available ONLY on 4, 5 , 18 & 19 January 2025.
30 & 31 January 2025
The Museum will be CLOSED for staff training.
1 February 2025 -November 2025
Open daily 9.30am-5pm.
Last entry: 4pm.
Underground tours: 10am-3.30pm.
Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. For safety reasons, we reserve the right to conduct bag searches when entering the Museum.
Parking
If you are arriving by car you will need to pay on arrival. £5 per day. FREE for disabled badge holders and motorbikes. This charge is for parking only – entry to the Museum remains free.
Visting by public transport, bike or foot?
You can plan your journey using the Traveline Cymru website or by calling their helpline on 0800 464 0000.
Eat, drink, shop
- Our coffee shop serves a small range of hot and cold drinks, cakes and snacks.
- The Museum shop will be open during your visit.
- You are welcome to bring a picnic to the Museum.
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