Pleasley Pit Trust

04/06/2026

Looking for a welcoming, affordable space for your next meeting, training session?

The Ken Lomas Room at Pleasley Pit Trust is available to hire and is perfect for:
✔️ Meetings
✔️ Training sessions
✔️ Workshops
✔️ Community groups
✔️ Classes & activities

Set within the unique heritage surroundings of Pleasley Pit, the space offers a friendly atmosphere with plenty of character, ideal for bringing people together. ☕🏛️

Whether you’re planning a one off event or regular sessions, we’d love to hear from you!

📩 Get in touch to check availability and pricing here https://forms.office.com/e/3V6Xx8ePCG

📍 Based at Pleasley Pit Country Park

02/06/2026

🥓🔍 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

02/06/2026

📚✨ 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 👇

31/05/2026

🧱✨ PLEASLEY PIT BRICK SWAP ✨🧱

We’re excited to welcome you all to our Pleasley Pit Brick Swap on Sunday 7th June 2026! 🎉

📍 Pit Lane, Pleasley, NG19 7PH
☕ Site & café open: 9:30am – 4:00pm
🧱 Swap meet: 10:00am – 1:00pm
🏛️ Museum open: 9:30am – 1:30pm
🎟️ Raffle drawn at 12:00pm

There’s no charge for swapping, all we ask is that you support our café during your visit ❤️ Every penny raised on the day helps support Pleasley Pit Trust.

Bring the family, enjoy the atmosphere, meet fellow brick fans, and see what treasures you can find! 🧱✨

🌦️ Don’t forget your sun cream or brolly, and dogs are welcome too! 🐶

Tag someone who would LOVE this 👇

30/05/2026

🔎🕵️‍♂️ 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! 👇

29/05/2026

🫖 Fresh Scones & A Good Brew at Pleasley Pit ☕

Have you tried our delicious homemade scones in the Visitor Centre Café yet? 😍
Perfect with a hot drink and a catch-up with friends, our scones have quickly become a favourite with visitors!

But now we want to hear from YOU… 👇

What fillings or flavours would you love to see in our scones?
🍓 Jam & Cream
🧀 Cheese
🍫 Chocolate
🍒 Cherry
🥓 Savoury options?
…or something completely different?

Drop your ideas in the comments and help inspire our next tasty bake! 🧁

Whether you’re a devoted scone lover or just enjoy a cosy café visit, we’d love to welcome you to Pleasley Pit soon ❤️

29/05/2026

Don’t forget, we’re now open until 4pm on Saturdays and Sundays. Join us this weekend for a delicious jam and cream scone.

Come visit our café and enjoy lovely food in a great atmosphere. Our new opening hours, starting this weekend, are:

Monday – Friday: 9:30am – 2:00pm
Saturday & Sunday: 9:30am – 4:00pm

We look forward to seeing you!

27/05/2026

🌟 We’re Looking for Volunteers at Pleasley Pit Trust 🌟

Are you looking to gain experience, meet new people, and be part of a friendly and supportive team? We have some amazing volunteer opportunities available and would love to hear from you!

We’re currently looking for multiple volunteers to join our:

☕ Cafe Team
🎉 Events Team
🏛️ Museum Tour Guides

Whether you’re interested in hospitality, events, customer service, history, or simply want to build confidence and learn new skills, this is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a welcoming environment.

At Pleasley Pit Trust, you’ll be part of a supportive community where every volunteer makes a real difference. No matter your background or experience level, we encourage anyone interested to get involved!

If you’d like to volunteer or want to find out more, please get in contact with us, we’d love to welcome you to the team 😊

Email: [email protected]

25/05/2026

Spend some time reconnecting with nature at Pleasley Pit Trust 🌿

From the calming rhythm of nature weaving and the cosy creativity of needle felting, to the symmetry of mandala art and the quiet focus of mindful photography, there’s something truly special about slowing down and seeing the natural world differently.

You’ll also discover fascinating foraging knowledge and even enjoy a wild food taster experience inspired by the landscape around us 🍃✨

Whether you’re a seasoned nature lover or simply curious to try something new, come and share in creativity, connection, and the outdoors with fellow nature people.

What part would you love to try first? 👇🌾

24/05/2026

🌟 SOCIAL SATURDAYS ARE COMING TO Pleasley Pit Trust 🌟

Starting Saturday 20th June, we’re opening our doors to support local small and medium-sized businesses with our brand new Social Saturdays! 🛍️☕

Every Saturday, we’ll have up to 5 local businesses showcasing and selling their products, giving new and growing businesses the chance to build an audience, spread the word, and connect with the community.

Whether you sell crafts, gifts, baked goods, handmade items, clothing, beauty products or something unique, we’d love to hear from you! 💛

✨ Only £5 per stall
✨ Friendly community atmosphere
✨ Great opportunity to promote your business
✨ Support local and shop small

At Pleasley Pit Trust, we’re passionate about helping our local community grow and thrive, and this is a fantastic way for businesses to get started or reach new customers.

📅 Launching: Saturday 20th June
📍 Pleasley Pit Trust
📩 Email: [email protected]

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