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Coal Mining In East Durham – Part 2

July 13, 2015

(from Geordies, Yankees & Canucks by William Wonders)At Thornley, as at other new mines in East Durham, the landowner, Henry John Spearman was not directly involved in developing or operating the colliery. Instead, he leased the mining rights to the partners of the Thornley Coal Company. As Lords of the Manor of the Thornley Estate, the family had abandoned Thornley Hall in … [Read more...] about Coal Mining In East Durham – Part 2

Coal Mining In East Durham – Part 1

April 13, 2015

(from Geordies, Yankees & Canucks by William Wonders)The second half of the 17th Century saw rising land values as a result of which yeomen farmers increasingly prospered in the East Durham area. By the 18th Century wealthy businessmen and professionals from the cities began to purchase land for investment purposes, though the agricultural quality of plateau land (land on … [Read more...] about Coal Mining In East Durham – Part 1

Wheatley Hill Colliery Times of Descent and Ascent

April 13, 2015

DESCENTASCENT1st Shift3.00am - 3.15am10.30am - 10.45amBack Shift9.35am - 9.50am5.05pm - 5.20pmNight Shift4.10pm - 4.25pm11.40pm - 11.55pmTubloading10.00pm - 10.10pm5.25am - 5.35am EVERYONE MUST BE AT THEIR PLACE OF DESCENT OR ASCENT WHEN THE BUZZER BLOWS … [Read more...] about Wheatley Hill Colliery Times of Descent and Ascent

Miners Permanent Relief Fund

April 30, 2010

The traditional view of English coal-miners during the second half of the 19th Century suggests that they were notorious for their lack of thrift and, in particular for their failure to insure against the many risks of a dangerous occupation. A Mining Journal in 1857 reported: “It is the first duty of every man to make provision for his family, and upon no one of the labouring … [Read more...] about Miners Permanent Relief Fund

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A Tribute to Local Historian, Owen Rowland

  • Local Historian, Owen Rowland
    1945-2021

Wheatley Hill History Club didn’t know how lucky it was in May 1995, when Owen Rowland came to one of our first meetings. He was looking for a hobby, and thank goodness he chose local history! This quiet, unassuming man who was liked and gained the respect of everyone he came into contact with, dedicated himself to the pursuit of local history in Thornley, Ludworth and Wheatley Hill. His research skills were outstanding. He was thorough, efficient and reliable. He didn’t leave a stone unturned and never let distance get in the way of seeking out a record that he was in pursuit of. His contributions to local history were magnificent.

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