Snibston Discovery Park (Coalville)

There is a lot to do at Snibston: it is a science park built on on a disused cola mine, and can be as educational, or not, as you wish. We have had season tickets for years (a family ticket is relatively cheap) and my children have yet to get bored of the place. At various times there are train rides, activities such as crafts, and coal tours, check before you go. Even without them, there is stacks to do. In the summer, the Wild water exhibit is open, which is basically a model of a canal system: be warned, children are likely to get soaked. Mine would go to Snibston just for this. There is an outdoor play area, an indoor under-5s area (excellent facilities), a ...  Read the complete review

Snibston Discovery Park is in Leicestershire based at a former colliery. Me and my husband were looking for something to do on a grey and rainy day with our 3 year old and 1 year old. We thought about going to a soft play centre, but decided a trip to Snibston Discovery Park would be a little more educational. Opening times and prices -------------------------------- Open daily 10am - 5pm April to September Open Monday to Friday 10am - 3pm October to March Open Saturday and Sunday and school holidays 10am - 5pm Adults £6.40 Children £4.20 Seniors £4.50 Train fares - Adults £1.40 Children ...  Read the complete review