13/03/2026
We were delighted to welcome Museum for You into our home for a fascinating visit all about coal mining ⛏️
Our guests were captivated as a former miner shared his personal story of starting work down the pits at just 15 years old. Residents enjoyed exploring historic photographs and handling mining artefacts, guessing what they were once used for - with many correct answers along the way!
One item truly had us all puzzled… a small round brass tin, which turned out to be a miner’s lunchbox - much to everyone’s surprise! 🍱
The highlight of the session was seeing a piece of coal from Kilmersdon Colliery, the very last coal to come out of the mine when it closed in 1973. A powerful and memorable moment for many.
It was a wonderful, nostalgic session that sparked memories, conversation, and curiosity. Thank you to Museum for You for such an interesting and engaging visit 💛
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