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Aerial view of the Manvers coal processing plant, Wath upon Dearne, South Yorkshire, 1964
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Aerial view of the Manvers coal processing plant, Wath upon Dearne, South Yorkshire, 1964
Aerial view of the Manvers coal processing plant, Wath upon Dearne, South Yorkshire, 1964. The new Coal processing plant in the Dearne Valley near Rotherham was the National Coal Boards state of the art coal preparation facility and the largest industrial site in Europe at the time. The main structure shows the hoppers, which dispensed coal into the rail wagons, which passed beneath them. The site is now home to a new generation of industries which include call centres, and some of the largest warehouses in Europe
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Aerial View Birds Eye View Coal Industry Coal Processing Plant County Manvers Michael Michael Walters National Coal Board Paul Walters Worldwide Photography Ltd Rotherham South Yorkshire Walters Wath Upon Dearne Yorkshire
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This aerial view captures the Manvers coal processing plant in Wath upon Dearne, South Yorkshire, during the year 1964. At that time, this state-of-the-art facility was hailed as the National Coal Board's crown jewel and stood as Europe's largest industrial site. The photograph showcases the imposing main structure of the plant, dominated by towering hoppers responsible for dispensing coal into passing rail wagons below. Once a symbol of Britain's thriving coal industry, this historic location now tells a different tale. Today, it serves as a testament to transformation and adaptability with its new occupants comprising call centers and some of Europe's most expansive warehouses. The image offers an intriguing glimpse into how industries evolve over time while still honoring their roots. The monochrome composition adds a timeless quality to this snapshot from the past. Taken from a bird’s eye perspective, it allows viewers to appreciate both the scale and architectural intricacies of this impressive structure against the backdrop of South Yorkshire's picturesque countryside. Photographed by Michael Walters under Paul Walters Worldwide Photography Ltd. , this print encapsulates not only an era but also highlights England’s rich industrial heritage. As we admire this remarkable piece of history frozen in time, let us reflect on how our landscapes continue to change and reinvent themselves throughout generations.
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