8 reminders of the South Tyneside colliery life - from the pit head to the Big Meeting

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Published 2nd Feb 2022, 13:17 GMT

We are turning our attentions to an industry which was a huge part of South Tyneside life for decades.

Here are 8 reminders of the days of the colliery, from Harton to St Hilda’s and Whitburn to Boldon.

We have scenes from the pit head and lodges on the march at the Big Meeting.

Take a look and see if there is a scene which brings back memories for you.

. The days of the colliery

Scenes from the mining community. Do they bring back memories? Photo: sg

These miners are pictured at Boldon Colliery pit head in 1969. Did you work there? Photo: sg

Back to 1963 for this view of Harton Colliery Band leaving Armstrong Hall to play its part in the Durham Miners Gala. Photo: sg

What are your memories of the pits in South Tyneside? Tell us more by emailing [email protected] Photo: sg