Is it wrong to charge people to enter the Big Pit? The Big Pit National Coal Museum in Blaenavon, Torfaen, has divided opinions as it has started charging people to enter Previously a free day out, a visit to the attraction will now cost £8 per person, with some concessions, on a trial basis until July 2026 A Senedd committee says access to Welsh museums should not be a luxury for those who can afford it, while some visitors say they don't mind paying the fee For the full story: https://www.bbc.

Today we've been hosting a special Brooke event at the Big Pit National Coal Museum in Wales. We've been looking back at the impact pit ponies had on the coal mining industry in the UK, as well as the need of the thousands of donkeys who currently work in the coal mines of Pakistan. Shereene, who is one of our Veterinary Advisers, has visited the coal mines of Pakistan and has just been down the mine here today. Watch the video below as Shereene shares her thoughts on the similarities of the liv

We’re looking back at a truly special moment from 2023… ✨ Blaze of Glory! captured the spirit of Wales’ mining communities, and during its run we were honoured to welcome Huw Jones from Big Pit National Coal Museum for a very meaningful and inspiring visit. Relive the moment. - Rydym yn edrych yn ôl ar foment wirioneddol arbennig o 2023… ✨ Cipiodd Blaze of Glory! ysbryd cymunedau glofaol Cymru, ac yn ystod ei gyfnod, cawsom ein hanrhydeddu i groesawu Huw Jones o Big Pit Amgueddfa Lofaol Genedlae