Coal Mines Collection

Wylam Dilly, with its sister locomotive Puffing Billy, is the earliest surviving locomotive in the world. Wylam Dilly was built by the inventor and colliery official

The Coal Miners Strike, the Inhabitants of Streethouse, near Castleford, digging for Coal among the Refuse at the Pits
1062985 The Coal Miners Strike, the Inhabitants of Streethouse, near Castleford, digging for Coal among the Refuse at the Pits Mouth (litho) by Staniland, Charles J

The Riots near Sheffield (engraving)
1057017 The Riots near Sheffield (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Riots near Sheffield)

Our Coal Supply, the Duke of Sutherlands New Florence Colliery, Staffordshire (engraving)
1053351 Our Coal Supply, the Duke of Sutherlands New Florence Colliery, Staffordshire (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Our Coal Supply)

Our Artists Tour in the United States, II, the Coal Fields of Pennsylvania, an Anthracite Mine, Wyoming Valley
1053850 Our Artists Tour in the United States, II, the Coal Fields of Pennsylvania, an Anthracite Mine, Wyoming Valley, II (engraving) by English School

Coal-mines
LLM338494 Coal-mines by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Coal-mines. Paynes Universum (1847).); © Look and Learn

The Earl of Shaftesbury (engraving)
1041163 The Earl of Shaftesbury (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Earl of Shaftesbury)

Pits and Pitmen, the Night Shift (engraving)
1052389 Pits and Pitmen, the Night Shift (engraving) by Ridley, Matthew White (1837-88) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pits and Pitmen, the Night Shift)

Lead and Coal Mines at Mostyn, 1684 (engraving)
3091425 Lead and Coal Mines at Mostyn, 1684 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lead and Coal Mines at Mostyn, 1684)

Burradon Colliery, near Newcastle-on-Tyne, the Scene of the Recent Fatal Explosion (engraving)
1098630 Burradon Colliery, near Newcastle-on-Tyne, the Scene of the Recent Fatal Explosion (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Burradon Colliery)

Pits and Pitmen, the Men leaving the Pit (engraving)
1052396 Pits and Pitmen, the Men leaving the Pit (engraving) by Ridley, Matthew White (1837-88) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pits and Pitmen, the Men leaving the Pit)

The Edmund Main Colliery, near Barnsley, sketched from the Bank near the Masons Arms (engraving)
1098072 The Edmund Main Colliery, near Barnsley, sketched from the Bank near the Masons Arms (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Edmund Main Colliery)

The Cast Iron Bridge near Coalbrookdale, c. 1780 (oil on canvas)
IGM34783 The Cast Iron Bridge near Coalbrookdale, c.1780 (oil on canvas) by Williams, William (1740-1800); 88.6x103.3 cm; Ironbridge Gorge Museum, Telford, Shropshire

The Lock-Out in South Wales, on a Tip, collecting Fuel (engraving)
1053411 The Lock-Out in South Wales, on a Tip, collecting Fuel (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Lock-Out in South Wales, on a Tip, collecting Fuel)

The Fatal Colliery Explosion at Accrington (engraving)
1044597 The Fatal Colliery Explosion at Accrington (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Fatal Colliery Explosion at Accrington)

Astleys Colliery, Dukinfield, the Scene of the Recent Fatal Explosion (engraving)
1099226 Astleys Colliery, Dukinfield, the Scene of the Recent Fatal Explosion (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Astleys Colliery, Dukinfield)

Coalmines and Clay Quarries at Montchanin (oil on canvas)
XIR215926 Coalmines and Clay Quarries at Montchanin (oil on canvas) by Bonhomme, Ignace Francois (1809-81); Hotel de Ville, Montchanin, France; French, out of copyright

Thomas Savery and his Steam Pump
Scene depicting the moment in 1690 when Thomas Savery (1650-1715)supposedly conceived the principle of a steam powered machine to pump water out of coal mines

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"Exploring the Depths: A Glimpse into the World of Coal Mines" Wylam Dilly, with its sister locomotive Puffing Billy, is a testament to the ingenuity and power that fueled the coal mining industry. These iconic machines revolutionized transportation within mines, forever changing the way miners operated. The Coal Miners Strike stands as a pivotal moment in history when workers united for better working conditions and fair treatment. Their resilience and determination paved the way for improved labor rights across industries. Inhabitants of Streethouse near Castleford were not deterred by adversity; they fearlessly dug for coal among refuse at the pit's mouth. Their unwavering spirit exemplifies their commitment to providing fuel for their communities. The Riots near Sheffield serve as a stark reminder of the challenges faced by those involved in this dangerous profession. The struggles endured shed light on both societal unrest and economic disparities prevalent during that time. Our Coal Supply was greatly enhanced by innovations such as Duke of Sutherland's New Florence Colliery in Staffordshire. This engraving captures not only progress but also highlights how coal played an integral role in powering industrial growth. During Our Artists Tour in United States, II, we witnessed firsthand the vastness of Pennsylvania's anthracite mines in Wyoming Valley. The intricate engravings showcased both awe-inspiring landscapes and tireless efforts put forth by miners to extract this valuable resource. Coal-mines have long been synonymous with hard work, perseverance, and sacrifice. They symbolize an industry built upon sweat and determination while fueling nations' development throughout history. The Earl of Shaftesbury's engraving serves as a tribute to his advocacy for improving working conditions within coal mines during Victorian times. His relentless fight against exploitation left an indelible mark on labor rights movements worldwide. Dinas Colliery located in Rhondda Valley became infamous due to a tragic disaster that struck the mining community.