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Throckley Isabella Colliery (1869 - 1954)

The sinking of Isabella Colliery near Throckley started on the 25th of April 1867, under the ownership of Throckley Coal Co. The main drawing shaft was named 'Isabella' after the wife of the company director. Production began in 1869. The colliery closed on the 29th January 1954.

Throckley 1869 Collieries Isabella Colliery Coke Ovens, Throckley

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Throckley Isabella Pit

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Throckley Bobby Pit

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Aerial view of Newburn c1912

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Throckley 'Isabella' Colliery

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Tyne and Wear HER(4224): Throckley, Throckley Colliery (Isabella)
- "The Throckley Coal Company was formed in 1862 and included Major Stephenson, John Spencer (of Newburn Steelworks), Mr. Simpson and Mr. Boyd. The main drawing shaft - the Isabella shaft …

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Capped shaft of Throckley Isabella Colliery

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Engine Plantation, Throckley

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Reigh Pond, east end

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Isabella Colliery Coke Ovens, Throckley

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