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The Great Britain Guide

Historic houses · North East England

Wearmouth Colliery Coal drops

In or near Sunderland.

Free admission♿ Wheelchair: limited

Wearmouth Colliery Coal drops — a historic house in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2 h
Nearest railway station
St Peter's · 0.5 km
  • Free entry
  • Family-friendly
  • Limited wheelchair access

About

Wearmouth Colliery Coal drops is a historic house located in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.

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Official information

The Fans Museum in Sunderland is dedicated to celebrating football heritage through a diverse collection of memorabilia and interactive exhibitions. It serves as a community hub where fans can connect and share stories, while also engaging in various events that promote well-being and conversation.

Protected designations

  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: Durham Coast SSSI

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Wearmouth Colliery Coal Drops are located in the Scottish Lowlands. This historic site was integral to the coal industry, primarily used for transporting coal. Its industrial heritage reflects the region's economic history.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
54.9127, -1.3912
District
Sunderland
Parish
Sunderland, unparished area
Postcode
SR4 6BU
Parliamentary constituency
Sunderland Central
Phone
0191 514 5762
Nearest railway station
St Peter's0.5 km
Opening
Tuesday – Wednesday 10am – 4pm; closed Monday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday
Official site
fansmuseum.org

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Wearmouth Colliery Coal drops?
Wearmouth Colliery Coal drops is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode SR4 6BU), in the parish of Sunderland, unparished area.
What is Wearmouth Colliery Coal drops?
Wearmouth Colliery Coal drops — a historic house in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Wearmouth Colliery Coal drops?
The nearest railway station is St Peter's, about 0.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode SR4 6BU.
Is Wearmouth Colliery Coal drops a protected site?
Yes — Wearmouth Colliery Coal drops is part of the Durham Coast SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
How do I get to Wearmouth Colliery Coal drops?
The nearest railway station is St Peter's, about 0.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SR4 6BU.