Hemingfield Colliery - former engine house
Introduction
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Hemingfield Colliery - former engine house
Image: © Chris Allen Taken: 22 Feb 2015
This pit was sunk in 1842-3 for Earl Fitzwilliam and included a Cornish beam pumping engine (in this house) and a beam winding engine. The mine closed in 1920 but then became a pumping pit and remained in use until about 10 years ago. The concrete head gear was a later addition for servicing and shaft inspection. The site has been acquired by an enthusiast and there are plans to turn it into a museum.
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Image Location
Latitude
53.503778
Longitude
-1.408358