Hopewell Colliery

Brilliant. A revelation.

I learned so much about coal mining in the Forest and coal mining in general. Geology, history, the work, history: just brilliant! Thank you to Rich, our guide who answered everybody's questions with ...

Brilliant. A revelation.

I learned so much about coal mining in the Forest and coal mining in general. Geology, history, the work, history: just brilliant! Thank you to Rich, our guide who answered everybody's questions with ...

Definitely an experience not to be missed ...living history!!

An absolutely fascinating tour down a mine to hear the history of this form of artisan 'Freemining'. As a still active miner, Rick was a real fund of information on all aspects of this form of mining ...

Definitely an experience not to be missed ...living history!!

An absolutely fascinating tour down a mine to hear the history of this form of artisan 'Freemining'. As a still active miner, Rick was a real fund of information on all aspects of this form of mining ...

Fascinating experience

Having been down the Big Pit previously (an incredible experience) I was doubtful this would offer much, but I was surprised. It’s different enough to be an experience of its own. Instead of a lift, y...