Easington Colliery over the years and the industry which dominated its skyline.Easington Colliery over the years and the industry which dominated its skyline.
Easington Colliery over the years and the industry which dominated its skyline.

10 photos of Easington Colliery as the 30th anniversary of the pit's closure approaches

The 30th anniversary – of the end of coal mining in County Durham – is approaching this year.
By Chris Cordner
Published 27th Jan 2023, 09:56 GMT
Updated 27th Jan 2023, 09:56 GMT

In 1993, the closure of Easington pit marked the final chapter in the Durham coalfield which had been a stronghold of the industry for more than 200 years.

Hundreds of people earned their living there and here are 10 reminders of life in Easington during the coal mining years.

A new peak production record for Easington miners in March 1975. Recognise anyone?

1. Thumbs-up in 1975

A new peak production record for Easington miners in March 1975. Recognise anyone? Photo: Sunderland Echo

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A pit head sign from 48 years ago.

2. Directions from 1975

A pit head sign from 48 years ago. Photo: se

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Easington pit head in 1975.

3. Back to the 70s

Easington pit head in 1975. Photo: nw

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Sacks of memories from almost 50 years ago. Remember this?

4. Busy in the workplace

Sacks of memories from almost 50 years ago. Remember this? Photo: Sunderland Echo

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