How many of these pit scenes do you remember?How many of these pit scenes do you remember?
How many of these pit scenes do you remember?

11 scenes from the collieries of the North East: How many do you remember?

It was a mainstay industry in the North East for many decades.

And it is 27 years ago this month since we said goodbye to Wearmouth Colliery with the last shift clocking off.

But what are your memories of the collieries of the region and how many of these did you work in?

The pits may be long gone but the memories live on for many North East families.

Have a look at these photos from the archives of the Sunderland Echo, Shields Gazette and Hartlepool Mail.

And after you have done that, why not get in touch and share your memories of your time at the pits.