The Miners' Social and Welfare Club, Elphinstone, East Lothian
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The Miners' Social and Welfare Club, Elphinstone, East Lothian
Image: © James Denham Taken: 1 Apr 2008
Miners from all over Scotland opened Institutes for theirs and their families recreation. This particular Institute opened in 1923. Over the years it has been extended and modernised. A thriving bowling club adjoins the club.
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Image Location
Latitude
55.921894
Longitude
-2.966463