Views of Westoe Colliery

Photographs taken of Westoe Colliery before closure 1993, by Les Golding...In March 1993, came the announcement that Westoe Colliery was to be closed and many of the working men there carried out their last shifts on 7th May 1993...Westoe Colliery was situated south of the River Tyne, South Shields and was the last pit on the Tyne...Ref: TWAS:35mm.c3.29..(Copyright) We're happy for you to share this digital image within the spirit of The Commons. Please cite 'Tyne & Wear Archives & Museums' when reusing. Certain restrictions on high quality reproductions and commercial use of the original physical version apply though; if you're unsure please email [email protected] purchase a hi-res copy please email [email protected] quoting the title and reference number.