If you have ever wondered about what nasty goings-on occurred in the Lancashire of yesteryear, then look no further. But do you have the stomach for it?
With the closure of the coalmines around East Lancashire went a comradeship that few other industries could ever boast. The dry and dusty coal seams with death and danger... Læs mere
In 1929, 63 per cent of the working population of Burnley was involved in the industry. This fascinating work, illustrated with over 90 images, explores the history of this industry which was so central to the economy of Burnley.
Collieries of North East Lancashire
A history of Burnley inns & taverns
This book will appeal to everyone with an interest in the history of those who worked or lived in this vibrant community.
Coal mining is the second oldest industry in Britain after agriculture. These small, private coal mines were often worked on a shoestring budget, and the miners themselves toiled in extreme conditions using methods of mining hundreds of years old.