The whole of our town was created for the soul purpose of Coal Mining.
The Coal mines have long since closed and the community has adapted to other industries now.
The monument will soon be removed (Despite what the plaque states) as the area it’s on is up or redevelopment.
The old derelict machines that surrounded it have nearly all been removed for scrap or placement in museums far away.
The locals aren’t too happy though, but sadly, most of the old mining community families, have either passed away or moved area, so there isn’t much voice to aid their defence sadly☹️
I hope it’s never Forgotten!!📷🙏
