From a rare photograph from 1920 to the very last day of the mine’s working life in 2003, these images give an insight into what it was like working in the busy mine.
From miners strikes to daily operations, there will be lots of familiar faces from years gone by.
Have a look through and see who you recognise.
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3. 1994
The colliery was closed in 1993, but was reopened a year later by RJB mining, this picture shows miners returning to work. It remained opened for a further nine years before eventually closing permanently in 2003 Photo: JPIMedia
4. Miners Strike
The miners strike, picture taken April 24 1984 Photo: ©Sheffield Newspapers Ltd