Tool Grinder

Tool GrinderSigned print Robert Olley Artwork Reproduction of these images without the express permission of the copyright holder is a violation of The Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988 and copyright infringements will be prosecuted.

"No 1 Shaft 180 fathoms deep (330 meters or 1082ft)

He and his marra were responsible for transporting girders inbye

or dry cleaned

One of the last deeds of the loco drivers at the Westoe coal washing plant was to position the few remaining coal wagons near the high brick perimeter wall of Westoe Colliery

'It is best to prepare for the days of necessity'

which was the incline leading up to the shafts of Whitburn Colliery

They seldom went on the coal face and were responsible for supplying materials needed around the mine

as long as their kids were warm

Two on the table near the door

almost everything could be recycled

still at a standstill waiting the arrival of mine inspectors and officials to assess the situation for their report

"   - Bob Olley