Bands, banners and lots of emotion. It all happened on the day that Vane Tempest pit had its final shift.
Back in 1992, feelings ran high when workers began their last day and they continued into 1993 when the battle to save the colliery continued.
Take a look at an iconic era in the Durham coalfield’s history with the help of these Sunderland Echo memories.
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1. A 1980s reminder
Here is a view of the colliery as it looked in March 1986. Tell us if you worked there back then. | se
2. Ending an era at Vane Tempest
The last shift at Vane Tempest in 1992 with Ralf Greenwood handing a token over. | se
3. Reminders of a bygone era
Back to October 1992 for the final days of Vane Tempest before its ultimate closure. | sg Photo: se
4. One last look
The day the Sunderland Echo took one last look round the pit. Tell us if this brings back memories for you. | sg