STORIES FROM THE TRUST
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News and updates from Pleasley Pit Trust: improvements to the site, people, projects and community.
Latest news and updates from Pleasley Pit
Behind the scenes
A place that keeps moving forward.
New faces, better facilities and more opportunities to discover the site: there’s a lot happening behind the scenes at Pleasley Pit.
In 2026, the Trust has welcomed school groups, improved The Dog Cafe, added space in the car park and strengthened the café team. Follow the stories below for the people and work behind those changes.
The latest from the Trust
Stories from the pit
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Follow Pleasley Pit Café on Facebook
A dedicated café Facebook page shares café news, menu updates and opening information.
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Pleasley Pit Café announces updated opening hours
The café is open weekdays 9.30am–2pm and weekends 9am–3pm, with hot food until 1.30pm every day.
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More space for visitors at Pleasley Pit
Car park work has added visitor spaces as part of ongoing improvements around the site.
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Pleasley Pit Café welcomes new Team Leaders
Anthony and Sharon joined the café’s leadership team in September 2026, supported by the café’s volunteers.
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Nine schools visited Pleasley Pit in 2026
School groups have explored Pleasley Pit’s mining heritage and natural surroundings during 2026.
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The Dog Cafe gets a fresh welcome for visitors and their dogs
Roof and flooring improvements, grant support and handmade tables have refreshed The Dog Cafe, the separate dog-friendly café area.
A closer look
Made by people who care.
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