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Glapwell Colliery, Mining

A miner from Glapwell Colliery, north east Derbyshire, black and dirty from the pit at the end of his work shift. A group of cleaner looking miners wait, possibly to start their shift. Glapwell colliery closed in the 1970s

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Colliery Derbyshire Dirty Glapwell Miner Miners Mining Shift


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This evocative photograph captures the raw reality of life at Glapwell Colliery in north east Derbyshire during the height of the coal mining industry. The miner in the foreground, weary from a long day's work deep in the pit, is a testament to the physical demands and harsh conditions of the job. His face is etched with the grime and soot of the coal seams, a stark contrast to the cleaner, more fresh-faced miners in the background, who likely are preparing to begin their own shifts. Glapwell Colliery, which closed in the 1970s, was once a significant employer in the region, providing jobs for hundreds of men and their families. The coal extracted from the pit was transported to power stations and factories across the country, fueling the industrial revolution and contributing to the economic growth of the UK. The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the rich mining history of Derbyshire and the sacrifices made by the miners and their communities. It also highlights the stark contrast between the working and living conditions of the past and the relative comfort and safety of modern mining practices. The image invites us to reflect on the human stories behind the industry and the impact it had on the lives of those who worked in it.

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