Lynemouth Collection

Miners in a Lift Shaft
Miners about to descend for their shift underground at Lynemouth Colliery

Northumberland NE61 5 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Northumberland NE61 5

Overview of the rail yard at Lynemouth Colliery, Northumberland, 1963. The colliery, the buildings of which can be seen in the background, opened in 1927 but closed in 1994

Steam loco no 65811 hauling coal from Lynemouth Colliery, Northumberland, 1963. Artist
Steam loco no 65811 hauling coal from Lynemouth Colliery, Northumberland, 1963. The driver looks out from the footplate. The locomotive bears the livery of the British Railways Company

Final adjustments to a rail truck hauling coal from Lynemouth Colliery, Northumberland, 1963. The colliery opened in 1927 and eventually closed in 1994

Rail trucks loaded with coal leaving Lynemouth Colliery, Northumberland, 1963. Artist
Rail trucks loaded with coal leaving Lynemouth Colliery, Northumberland, 1963. A common sight during the 1960s and 1970s was to see rail trucks loaded with coal

A rail truck being loaded with coal, Lynemouth Colliery, Northumberland, 1963. Artist
A rail truck being loaded with coal, Lynemouth Colliery, Northumberland, 1963. The rail system was vital to the coal industry to distribute its product

England, Northumberland, Lynemouth. Wind turbines / wind farm located near Ashington, owned and installation started by ScottishPower Renewables in 2011 - Completed in 2012

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Step back in time to Lynemouth, a bustling mining town located in Northumberland, NE61. In 1963, the colliery was at its peak, with miners descending into the depths of the earth through lift shafts to extract precious coal. The rail yard at Lynemouth Colliery provided a captivating sight, as steam locomotive no 65811 tirelessly hauled loads of coal from this industrial hub. The talented artist captured the essence of this era with their intricate illustrations. One painting showcases the final adjustments being made to a rail truck before it embarks on its journey laden with black gold. Another masterpiece depicts loaded rail trucks leaving Lynemouth Colliery, their cargo destined for various destinations across England. Every corner of this mining town exuded energy and determination. As you explore Lynemouth's streets and alleys today, remnants of its rich history can still be found. The map serves as a guide to uncovering hidden gems that tell tales of hardworking miners and their families who called this place home. Lynemouth holds an important place in Northumberland's heritage - a testament to the resilience and strength of its people, and is not just another dot on the map; it represents an era when coal fueled England's progress and prosperity. So come along on this journey through time - immerse yourself in Lynemouth's past and witness firsthand how steam locomotives chugged tirelessly while rail trucks were loaded with valuable coal supplies. Let these images transport you back to 1963 when Lynemouth Colliery stood tall as an emblematic symbol of industry and innovation in Northumberland. England may have moved beyond its reliance on coal today, but we must never forget places like Lynemouth that played such pivotal roles in shaping our nation's history.