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New Hawne Colliery

Victorian colliery in the West Midlands, UK

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New Hawne Colliery was a coal mine in Hawne, in Halesowen, West Midlands, England. It operated from 1864 until the 1920s. Three surviving structures on the site are listed buildings.

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Coal production begins

1864

Winding engine and fan houses built

1865

Extension permission granted

1873

Shelah Garratt death

1893

Offices and workshops building dated

c. 1895

Site abandonment

mid to late 20th century

Job Garratt death

1909

Drainage problems recorded

1919

Mine closure

1920s

Refurbishment plans submitted

August 2024

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MinesWorkshops
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United Kingdom

Coordinates

52.46° N, -2.06° E