Revealed: The Pit Camp – VR Experience

Join us for an incredible immersive VR experience and explore stories from people who experienced the 1984/85 Miners’ Strike.

The tradition of storytelling around a campfire takes on a new twist through this story of struggle, resilience and camaraderie. Revealed – The Pit Camp pays homage to the sacrifices miners and their families made during the 1984/85 Miners’ Strike and the legacy of this on the coalfield communities of Yorkshire, UK.

The Miners’ Strike of 1984-85 was a defining moment in the history of British coal mining and the biggest industrial dispute in post-war Britain. You will explore the pit camp in Virtual Reality (VR), and be guided by visual triggers that reveal a story of reflection, unity and hope.

Using archive film, narration, audio recordings, soundscape and ephemera, Revealed – The Pit Camp brings this time in history alive and relevant for audiences today.

About the Experience:

Age Guidance: The experience is recommended for children aged 7+
Running Time: 12 minutes approx.

“Really enjoyed the concept and the quality of graphics
combined with innovative storytelling.”
“A marvellously immersive project, profoundly moving.”
“Definitely unique, keeps your attention while helping you
understand history in an accessible way.”
“In one word – WOW!”