Pleasley Pit Trust

17/06/2026

Are you ready for something different this Father’s Day? 🔍🕵️‍♂️

Join us for Murder at the Pit and put your detective skills to the test! Gather the family, grab one of our crime folders, and see if you can crack the case.

A fun and interactive experience for all ages, making Father’s Day one to remember.

📍 Pleasley Pit
🕵️ Pick up your crime folder and start investigating!
Book Here: https://buytickets.at/thepleasleypittrust/2215340

Will you solve the mystery?

🔎🕵️‍♂️ Only 9 spaces left, book now to avoid disappointment 🕵️‍♀️🔎

Think you can solve the mystery? Gather your family, friends, or even Dad this Father’s Day and put your detective skills to the test at Pleasley Pit Trust! ⛏️

Our exciting “Murder at the Pit” event is perfect for everyone, with different challenge levels available:
🟢 Easy
🟠 Medium
🔴 Hard

So whether you’re a first-time detective or a true crime superfan, there’s a mystery waiting for you!

🎟️ Packs are just £6 each
📍 Collect from 12:00pm on 21st June

Book Here: https://buytickets.at/thepleasleypittrust/2215340

Why not make a day of it? It’s a lovely family day out for the kids, and a fun Father’s Day activity for dads who fancy themselves as the next Sherlock Holmes! 🕵️‍♂️👨‍👧‍👦

Can YOU crack the case before anyone else? 👀

Tag your detective team below and let us know which difficulty level you’ll be taking on! 👇

17/06/2026

This weekend, treat Dad to a special Father's Day Breakfast at Pleasley Pit! ☕🍳

Join us for a delicious breakfast and make Father's Day one to remember. Spaces are filling up fast, so be sure to pre-book your table today.

📅 This Weekend
📍 Pleasley Pit
📞 Pre-book here: https://buytickets.at/thepleasleypittrust/2229996

We look forward to celebrating with you and your family!

🥓🔍 Treat Dad to something a little different this Father’s Day at the historic Pleasley Pit Trust!

Join us on Sunday 21st June for a fantastic Father’s Day Big Breakfast followed by our thrilling “Murder at the Pit” activity 🕵️‍♂️⚒️

Enjoy a hearty breakfast with the family before stepping into a mystery adventure filled with clues, suspects, and plenty of fun around the pit! It’s the perfect mix of great food, local history, and family entertainment.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Bring the whole family and make some unforgettable Father’s Day memories together.

🎟️ Spaces are limited, so book your place now through the link below:
https://buytickets.at/thepleasleypittrust/2229996

17/06/2026

What an incredible Pleasley Pit Awards Night! 🌟

A huge thank you to everyone who came along and helped make the evening so special. Your support, enthusiasm, and community spirit mean so much to us, and we truly appreciate each and every one of you.

It was wonderful to come together to celebrate achievements, recognise outstanding contributions, and enjoy a fantastic night with friends, family, and colleagues. None of this would be possible without the continued support of our amazing community.

Thank you for being part of the journey, we are so grateful for your support and look forward to many more celebrations together!

17/06/2026

🎄✨ CALLING ALL CHRISTMAS STALL HOLDERS! ✨🎄

Pleasley Pit is getting festive on Sunday 6th December 10am until 4pm and we’re looking for wonderful stall holders to join our Christmas event 🎅🎁

We’re inviting:
🎄 Craft stalls
🎄 Handmade gifts
🎄 Festive food & treats
🎄 Local makers & creators
🎄 Christmas-themed goodies

This will be a fantastic festive day full of Christmas spirit, community atmosphere, seasonal shopping, and family fun at the historic Pleasley Pit ❤️

If you’d like to trade at our event, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply here 👉https://forms.office.com/e/T1vcHz9can

Please share this post and tag your favourite local makers, bakers, and small businesses below 👇

15/06/2026

🎩🛍️ STEP BACK IN TIME AT PLEASLEY PIT! 🛍️🎩

We’re looking for themed stall holders and traditional games for our Heritage Weekend at Pleasley Pit on 12th & 13th September 📅

This year’s event will celebrate an old-fashioned market atmosphere, bringing history to life with vintage charm, community spirit, and plenty to explore for all ages ⚒️🎶

We’re inviting:
✨ Craft stalls
✨ Traditional games
✨ Heritage-inspired traders
✨ Handmade & vintage-style goods

To help create the right look and feel, all gazebos will need to fit the theme in:
🖤 Black
❤️ Red
🩶 Grey
🤍 White

If you’d love to be part of this unique weekend and can match the heritage theme, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply here 👉https://forms.office.com/e/G0GfeAnsqu

Please tag anyone who might be interested and help us spread the word 📣

13/06/2026

🍔🍺 CALLING ALL FOODIES, MAKERS & TRADERS! 🍺🍔

We’re on the lookout for amazing stall holders for the Pleasley Pit Food & Beer Fest on 22nd August 🎉

If you’ve got delicious street food, handmade crafts, sweet treats, local produce, or unique creations to share, we’d love to hear from you!

✨ Food vendor pitches: £35
✨ Craft stall pitches: £20

This is set to be a fantastic community event packed with great food, local beers and live atmosphere, throughout the day 🍻🎶

Interested in joining us? Simply fill out the application form here 👉 https://forms.office.com/e/08SnKvYxP6

Tag your favourite local businesses, makers, and food vendors below 👇 and help us spread the word!

11/06/2026

📚✨ Calling all retired teachers and teaching assistants! ✨📚

Do you miss the buzz of a school visit, the excitement of curious young minds, and sharing stories that bring learning to life? Here at Pleasley Pit Trust, we’re looking for friendly volunteers to help support our school visits at the pit.

From helping children discover local history to encouraging questions and sparking imagination, your experience in education could make a real difference. ❤️

You don’t need to commit to every visit — just a willingness to share your time, enthusiasm, and love of learning when schools come to explore this fascinating heritage site.

☕ A warm welcome awaits
👩‍🏫 Use your skills in a meaningful way
⛏️ Help bring history to life for the next generation
🤝 Meet like minded volunteers and become part of our community

If you’re a retired teacher or teaching assistant and would like to get involved, we’d love to hear from you! Please send us a email to [email protected]

Tag someone who might be interested 👇

09/06/2026

Looking for something different to do with family and friends this year? 🏭☕🏖️

Did you know that right here in Pleasley, just outside Mansfield (NG19 7PH), you can step back in time, enjoy a bite to eat, and keep the kids entertained all in one visit?

At Pleasley Pit Visitor Centre, there's something for everyone:

🔹 Explore our fascinating mining museum and discover the stories of the people who shaped our local heritage.
🔹 Relax in our welcoming café with a hot drink and tasty treats.
🔹 Let the little ones enjoy our sand pit and outdoor space.
🔹 Join us throughout the year for special events, family activities, heritage days, and community celebrations.

Whether you're passionate about local history, looking for a family day out, or simply searching for somewhere new to visit, Pleasley Pit is closer than you might think!

📍 Find us in Pleasley, Mansfield – NG19 7PH

Make sure you're following our page to stay up to date with upcoming events, activities, and exciting news. We have lots planned and we'd love for you to be part of it!

Have you visited Pleasley Pit before? Tell us your favourite part in the comments below 👇

06/06/2026

👷‍♀️ Meet the Faces Behind Pleasley Pit Trust 👷‍♂️

Our museum wouldn’t be the same without the passion, stories, and hard work of our amazing volunteers and today we’re introducing three of the wonderful people who help keep local history alive! 🏭✨

From welcoming visitors and sharing fascinating stories, to helping preserve the heritage of Pleasley Pit, each volunteer brings something unique to our museum community.

Drop a comment below to say hello, share a memory of visiting the museum, or thank our volunteers for the incredible work they do 👇

Interested in volunteering with us? We’d love to hear from you!