bamber 128 Posted August 13, 2009 Report Share Posted August 13, 2009 The Pathe site is absolutely fascinating. It's marvellous to see scenes of Britain where "community cohesion" (as it's now called) was taken for granted. It makes you realize what we have lost for ever and fear for what the future may bring. Bestwood Colliery Quote Link to post Share on other sites
rob237 89 Posted August 14, 2009 Report Share Posted August 14, 2009 Superb... Cloth caps, wooden props...H&S, no thanks. Several colliers at the face wearing ties, with starched collars! Recall seeing their coal tippler in action during the late 50's, just prior to closure. Cheers Robt P. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Ashley 288 Posted August 14, 2009 Report Share Posted August 14, 2009 Yes H and S a bit lax, they ban smoking yet some maniac has took explosives down there! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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