St Hildas Colliery
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St Hildas Colliery
In county Durham : the mined coal is hoisted above ground level, then the tubs slide down a gradient to be tipped into wagons which take it to the ships
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1860 Coal Colliery Durham Gradient Hoisted Level Mined Mines Named Tipped Tubs Wagons
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This evocative photograph taken in the late 19th century captures the bustling activity at St Hildas Colliery in County Durham, England. The image provides a glimpse into the rich industrial history of the region, where coal was extracted from deep underground mines and brought to the surface for transportation. In the foreground, coal tubs filled with mined coal are hoisted above ground level by a large winch, their weight counterbalanced by the descending empty tubs. Once the full tubs reach the surface, they slide down a steep gradient, propelled by gravity, and tip their contents into waiting wagons below. The wagons, pulled by horses or locomotives, transport the coal to the nearby ships, ready for export to industries across the globe. St Hildas Colliery, established in the mid-1800s, was named after St Hilda, the patron saint of Durham. The colliery was a significant contributor to the region's economy and played a crucial role in the Industrial Revolution. The coal mined here fueled the growth of industries such as steel production and power generation, transforming the landscape and shaping the social and economic fabric of the community. This historical photograph offers a poignant reminder of the hard work and dedication of the miners and their families, who labored in the mines to provide for themselves and their communities. The image also highlights the ingenuity and innovation of the engineering solutions that enabled the efficient transportation of coal from the mines to the ships, making it a valuable resource for industries far and wide.
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