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Bestwood Colliery, near Bestwood Village, Nottinghamshire
View of Bestwood Colliery, near Bestwood Village, Nottinghamshire. The colliery closed in 1967, but the surviving headstock and winding house, and vertical steam engine of 1873, have been preserved as part of the local industrial heritage
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1873 1957 1967 Chimney Closed Coal Coal Mine Colliery Midlands Mine Mining Nottingham Nottinghamshire Notts Preserved Rails Tall Track Tracks Trucks Winding
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Bestwood Colliery, Nottinghamshire: A Snapshot of Industrial History This evocative photograph captures the essence of Bestwood Colliery near Bestwood Village in Nottinghamshire, a place once synonymous with the industrial heritage of the Midlands. The image, taken in the late 1950s, depicts the towering headstock and winding house, standing proud against the grey sky, with the vertical steam engine of 1873 visible in the background. The colliery, which closed its doors in 1967, once played a significant role in the local economy and the lives of the community. The railway tracks, stretching out into the distance, were a lifeline for the transport of coal from the mine to various destinations. Coal trucks, laden with the black gold, would make their way along the rails, contributing to the bustling industrial activity that characterized the area. The tall chimney, belching out smoke, is a testament to the hard work and determination of the miners who labored beneath its shadow. The preservation of the headstock, winding house, and vertical steam engine is a testament to the importance of local industrial heritage. These structures, which have stood the test of time, serve as a reminder of the coal mining industry that once thrived in Nottinghamshire. The image transports us back to the 1950s, a time when coal was king, and the industry was at the heart of the community. Bestwood Colliery, with its rich history and enduring symbolism, continues to be an essential part of Nottinghamshire's industrial legacy. This photograph, a snapshot of a bygone era, offers a glimpse into the past and the indelible mark that coal mining left on the region.
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