Dig deep into the history of mining

Another successful dig at the old colliery

OLDHAMERS with a passion for exploring the town’s history can make the most of a family day at a unique heritage site.

For the last month, Groundwork has been running a project to preserve the remains of the Jubilee Colliery in Milnrow Road, Shaw — one of the largest and best preserved in the Lancashire coalfield.

It represents a big part of Oldham’s industrial past as it supplied coal and coke to many of the factories in the area.

On Saturday, from 1 to 3pm, there will be an open day to allow people to learn more about Oldham’s mining history.

The event will have activities for the whole family including an opportunity to join the dig and unearth remains from the industrial revolution.

And on Tuesday, from 10.30am to 2pm, there will be a volunteer taster day allowing people to get involved in both conservation work and the archaeological dig.

Jubilee volunteer Luke Barrass, from Chadderton, has relished being part of the project.

He said: “I volunteered because I like physical work and I also like learning new skills that will help me in employment. I also really enjoyed the project because it allowed me to meet new people.”

For more information, call Matt Lynwood on 0161-624 1444 or email matt.lyn wood@groundwork.org.uk.
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