Snibston
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Take a fascinating journey around Snibston where you can discover 500 years of technological innovation and its impact on our everyday lives. From the earliest mining tools, proto-type jet engine to the largest fashion display outside London, there is plenty to explore at this must see museum! As the region's largest interactive museum, Snibston showcases Leicestershire's science, technology and design collections, including major innovations in transport and engineering history. Located on the site of the former Snibston Colliery created by famous railway pioneer George Stephenson, the surviving colliery buildings are rare and nationally important. A satellite for the East Midlands Science Learning Centre, Snibston provides extensive educational opportunities involving work with schools, universities and businesses. It also plays a central role in the local community providing volunteering, skills development and training opportunities. | |||||||||||||||||||||||