UK Coal Mining Accidents and Deaths 1900-1991 (1500-1899 coming shortly)
This database was compiled from data supplied mainly by Ian Winstanley, with additions from Ray Lawrence, NMRS Records and others
DEDICATION
This work stands as a testament to the men, women and children who worked the mines of Great Britain and to their families.
The work created a bond of trust and loyalty amongst them and a band of comradeship that forged the communities in which they lived and worked. It is a record of the true price of coal.
WE WILL REMEMBER THEM
Ian Winstanley 2023
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Surname Forename Year Age Mine/Quarry Name Location Occupation Record ID
WILCOX
Leslie (injured)
1949
27
Dalton Lees
Dalton
Coal Cutter
82056
SPEIGHT
Walter
1912
31
Woolley
Dalton
Miner
72766
SHORE
Alfred
1904
61
Brecks Quarry
Dalton
Quarry Owner
70669
PRESTON
Albert
1904
32
Dalton Main
Dalton
62691
HESKETH
Richard (injured)
1918
28
Dalton
Dalton
Collier
33390
GAUNT
John
1911
42
Woolley
Dalton
Blacksmith
26285
FAIRHURST
Malcolm (Injured)
1977
24
Dalton Quarry
Dalton
Dumper driver
23378
