An old house in an old colliery
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An old house in an old colliery
Image: © Neil Owen Taken: 30 Jul 2020
The former engine house of Hanham Colliery is one building that has remained after the closure. The pit originally opened in 1906 but conditions were poor and work difficult. When the General Strike of 1926 happened the pit was deemed unprofitable and closed. The area was partly redeveloped with industrial units occupying the site. However, the old winding engine house was left derelict and largely smothered by vegetation but was saved recently and is now a business.
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Image Location
Latitude
51.446181
Longitude
-2.522713