Course:Poetry Writing for Mental Well Being with Patrick Jones

Big Pit National Coal Museum

Join poet Patrick Jones for poems and writing exercises that will give you the tools to improve your mental wellbeing. A fun and light workshop that will lift your spirits whilst celebrating Welsh Culture. 

Suitable for ages 16 plus.                                                                       

Free light refreshments will be provided 

This session will be held in the first language of the facilitator - which is English. 

Limited places, booking essential. To book a place, email: sally.peet@museumwales.ac.uk 

 

Information

1 March 2026, 1 - 3pm
Cost Free
Suitability 16+
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 Opening Hours

UNDERGROUND TOURS WILL BE AVAILABLE FROM MONDAY 2 FEBRUARY 2026.

Until 31 January 2026
Open daily 9.30am-4pm.  
Last entry: 3pm.  

1 February 2026-November 2026  

Open daily 9.30am-5pm.  
Last entry: 4pm.  
Underground tours: 10am-3.30pm.*

*Underground tours will resume from Monday 2 February 2026, 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.

Visiting 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 Gift Shop, which has been inspired by the underground experience and our collections, will be open during your visit, selling a wide selection of bespoke products and gifts. 

Our Coffee Shop is open daily 10am-4pm serving a small range of hot and cold drinks, cakes and snacks. 

You're welcome to bring a picnic to the Museum, but please take your rubbish home with you and help us keep Big Pit tidy. 

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