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Snibston

Set in the heart of the National Forest, Snibston is a must for visitors wanting to explore a wealth of science, technology and heritage-related exhibits whilst enjoying an exciting, leisurely day out.

Housing a number of interactive galleries, an historic theatre, iconic colliery buildings and the largest fashion gallery outside London, the museum can provide a great day out whether your 5 or 95!

People of all ages will enjoy the hands-on-exhibits with the chance to lift a real mini, make fire or experiment with sustainable energy, whilst younger visitors will be delighted by the outdoor adventure play, science play and Wild Water, a system of locks, pumps and water wheels.

Those with a love of transport and engineering will not be disappointed and there is the opportunity to meet a former Leicestershire miner on one of our fascinating *Colliery tours.

Guests can complete their day by browsing in the extensively-stocked shop or by relaxing with cake and coffee in the Snibston café. For nature lovers the vast country park, adjacent to the museum, provides a wildlife haven waiting to be discovered.

Free to enter Country Park with nature reserve, arboretum and meadow.

*Colliery tours are available on selected dates for the public. Visitors should call ahead or visit www.snibston.com/ for dates. Prebookable colliery tours are available for groups and school visits.

East Midlands Tourism Silver Award for Access for All and Gold Think Family 2010.
East Midlands Tourism Bronze Think Family 2008. 

 

Contact Details and Map

Ashby Road
Coalville
LE67 3LN

Tel: 01530 278444

Email: snibston@leics.gov.uk

Website: www.snibston.com

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Getting here and parking

By Road

Located on the edge of Coalville Town Centre on the A511, 4 miles from Jct 22 of M1 and Jct 13 of A42/M42

Local Bus Services

Buses from East Midlands airport, Burton upon Trent, Loughborough and Leicester stop on Ashby Road - a few minutes walk to the main entrance. Other buses terminate 640 yds from Snibston.

Nearest Train Station

Loughborough train station is 8 miles, Leicester train station is 12 miles, Burton-on-Trent train station is 14 miles

Parking Facilities

Free customer parking

Times

Opening Hours

Please check www.snibston.com for opening times.

Open all year round

Prices

Please check www.snibston.com for up to date prices.

Facilities

  • Baby changing facilities available
  • Cafe on site
  • Cheques accepted
  • Children's outdoor play area
  • Credit cards accepted (no fee)
  • Fully accessible disabled toilet available
  • Gift shop(s) on site
  • Picnic Site/tables available
  • Public toilets available
  • Weddings and Conference Facilities Available
  • Under 5's play area

Awards

  • Learning Outside the Classroom
  • Welcome Host trained staff

Schools and education

  • Education programmes linked to the National Curriculum
  • Education/study area available
  • School packages available
  • School tours available

Guides, tours and information

  • Guided tours available for groups
  • Guided tours available for individuals
  • Guided tours for visually impaired
  • Visitor information available in large print (14pt and over)
  • Visitor information is available

Accessibility

Entering the building/attraction

  • The entrance is flat
  • The entrance way is well-lit in twilight and night-time hours
  • There is an automatic door

Access, lifts and ramps

  • There is level access to the main public areas
  • There is lift access to the mezzanine picnic area

Main pathways into and around the venue

  • Routes and/or pathways are suitable for wheelchair users and visitors with limited mobility
  • The main pathways/routes are tarmac
  • The main pathways/routes are flat internal surfaces

Services for wheelchair users and those with mobility issues

  • Wheelchairs available to borrow
  • Displays are at suitable heights for children / wheelchair users
  • Seating is provided at regular intervals for visitors with limited mobility

Children and babies

  • Children welcome
  • Baby changing facilities available

Services for the hearing impaired

  • Hearing loop is available in key places

Services for the visually impaired

  • Guide dogs allowed
  • Clear surfaces, such as glass doors, have contrast markings on them
  • There is good contrast between the floor and walls

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