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Tribute To The Proud Coal Miners Of Bedlington Colliery.

Subscribe to my you tube channel for 280+ more coal mine tributes and counting. Bedlington colliery was a significant part of the region's industrial history, with its origins in the 1736 Bedlington Iron and Engine Works and the development of at least two main pits: "A" Pit (opened in 1838) and "Doctor" Pit (opened in 1855). The industry was a major employer, and its operations, including the ironworks and later the collieries, were central to the town's economy for over a century. The collieries were eventually nationalized in 1947 and closed, with the "Doctor" Pit ceasing operations in 1968. Bedlington Iron and Engine Works Origins: The history of Bedlington's industrial might began with the Bedlington Iron and Engine Works, which started in 1736. Productivity: The works were highly productive in the first half of the 19th century, producing locomotives and other iron products. Decline: The ironworks faced competition and struggled financially, leading to several changes in ownership before being finally abandoned in 1867. The Collieries "A" Pit: Opened in 1838 and located in the Bedlington Station area, this pit was connected to a waggonway leading to the River Blyth. It was operational as far back as the 1720s, predating the official opening date. "Doctor" Pit: Opened in 1855, this pit was located in the "Top End" of Bedlington and eventually became the more dominant site. Bedlington Coal Company: The two main pits, along with others like Barrington, Bomarsund, and West Sleekburn, were owned and operated by the Bedlington Coal Company. Peak Operation: At its height, the "Doctor" Pit alone employed over 1,200 people. Nationalization and Closure: The collieries remained under private ownership until nationalization in 1947. The "Doctor" Pit closed in 1968. Legacy Economic Impact: The colliery was a major source of employment and livelihoods for generations of local families. Community Structure: The town's development during the 19th century was heavily influenced by the growth of the coal industry and its associated settlements. Current Status: The former site of the "Doctor" Pit is now a public park.