Mining History UK

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WELCOME TO POETRY CORNER

In the days when coal was king in Lancashire and many other mining areas

there was a strong tradition of pitmen writing poetry. Many of these were

published on a regular basis in the local newspapers.

 

Now the pits have gone and many of the men with them. Sadly, the tradition

has lapsed. These poems may keep the tradition alive.

 

If you wish to include them in any publication I would ask only that you

include my name and if you have any comments please contact me first.

Ian Winstanley


THE POEMS

Bands and Banners

Scars

The Lad