The Royal Mint Experience is the only place in the world where you can watch the United Kingdom's coins being made. Go behind the scenes to follow the journey of a coin from a blank to a bank in …
The Royal Mint Experience is the only place in the world where you can watch the United Kingdom's coins being made. Go behind the scenes to follow the journey of a coin from a blank to a bank in our 45-minute Guided Factory Experience. After your Factory Experience, wander at your own pace through the Interactive Exhibition, discovering the incredible processes needed to make a coin. Come face to face with British monarchs over the past 1,000 years. Get up close to the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic medals, and listen to the stories of those whose bravery has been rewarded with the UK's gallantry and service medals.
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Nov 2, 2024
We did the Royal Mint Experience, strike a coin along with a meal. We got there fairly early so walked about the public area of the Mint. We then had our meals, the young man was extremely helpful … Full review by Lisa D
Oct 27, 2024
we had a great time. very interesting. learnt alot. Tour was by Tom he had plenty of knowledge. whole experience was certainly worth doing Full review by 741debsa
Oct 19, 2024
We had a lovely time at the Royal Mint today. Myself and my boys found it very interesting and they loved being able to visit the factory floor and see the machines. Our tour guide was lovely, so f… Full review by WELSH-DRAGON-116
How fast paced is the tour? Looking to take a family member who needs to go walk slowly and not be rushed long distances.
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It's not a huge place, and not more than about 50m between each point of interest. The tour is so interesting, you won't be rushed round, go and enjoy it you won't be disappointed
Is the tour mainly aimed at children ( sone of the pictures seem to suggest it is)or is it suitable for Adults too? Thanks
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There are two tours a general admission where yes its more general and children friendly. However there is a VIP tour which I did which was very adult centric and absolutely good …
There are two tours a general admission where yes its more general and children friendly. However there is a VIP tour which I did which was very adult centric and absolutely good value and educational too
What does it cost to strike your own coin and which ones can you strike?
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Hello, from what I remember it cost about £6.50 to strike your own coin, but you have no control over which 50p piece is struck. The staff member does this for you.
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Can I use coinage from United Kingdom Overseas Territories?
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It is customary for the obverse side of such coins to bear a portrait of Her Majesty the Queen. In addition, some Overseas Territories issue coins with the same...
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