Woodhorn Museum

Woodhorn Museum is a former coal preparation facility in Ashington that now operates as a museum. The site spreads across multiple buildings with exhibition galleries, historical machinery, and archival spaces.

The site was Woodhorn Colliery until 1981, when mining operations ended. The facility reopened as a museum in 1989 following its transformation.

The Ashington Group collection displays paintings created by miners from the area who documented their working lives through art. These works allow visitors to see the world through the eyes of the workers themselves.

Admission includes a 12-month pass for unlimited returns to the site. This allows you to explore the exhibitions at your own pace and attend seasonal events throughout the year.

The museum holds an extensive collection of recorded oral histories from former miners and their families. These personal accounts document real experiences from the coal industry and provide deep insights into workers' daily lives.

Location: Ashington

Inception: 1989

Address: QEII Country Park, Ashington, England, NE63 9YF

Website: http://experiencewoodhorn.com

GPS coordinates: 55.18800,-1.55000

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:29