Coal Mining Accidents & Deaths
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BURNETT | William (injured) | 1913 | 46 | Celynen | Abercarn | Sinker | 9017 |
| BURNETT | William (injured) | 1925 | 50 | Anthony Pit | Penygraig | Labourer | 9018 |
| BURNELL | Harry | 1912 | 28 | Robin Hood | Rothwell | Collier | 8993 |
| BURNELL | Harry | 1912 | 28 | Robin Hood | Rothwell | 8994 | |
| BURNELL | Ivor (injured) | 1950 | 44 | Taff Merthyr | Treharris | Rider | 8995 |
| BURNELL | J.C. (injured) | 1937 | 63 | Broadoak | Loughor | Sawyer | 8996 |
| BURNELL | James | 1906 | 60 | Red Hill | Tong Street | Hanger on | 8997 |
| BURNELL | Oliver | 1903 | 14 | Rothwell Haigh | Rothwell | Driver | 8998 |
| BURNELL | Robert | 1906 | 21 | Bryncethin Quarry | Bryncethin | Labourer | 8999 |
| BURNDRED | Samuel (injured) | 1940 | 44 | Stafford | Fenton | Collier | 8992 |
| BURN | Bertram | 1951 | 25 | Easington | Easington Colliery | Filler | 8983 |
| BURN | Enock | 1903 | 36 | Shirebrook | Shirebrook | Dataller | 8984 |
| BURN | John | 1908 | 26 | Griff, No.4 | Nuneaton | Loader | 8985 |
| BURN | Joseph | 1902 | 27 | North Bitchburn | Howden le Wear | Bricklayer | 8986 |
| BURN | Robert | 1900 | 63 | Seaham | Seaham | Pumpman | 8987 |
| BURN | Robert | 1926 | 21 | Eppleton | Hetton | Putter | 8988 |
| BURN | Stuart (injured) | 1952 | Hodbarrow Mine | Millom | Electrician | 8989 | |
| BURN | Thomas | 1908 | 15 | Backworth | Backworth | Pony Driver | 8990 |
| BURN | W. | 1933 | 43 | St Hilda's | South Shields | Conveyor Mover | 8991 |
| BURMAN | Walter | 1900 | 19 | Carey Hill Quarry | Stoney Stanton | Shunter | 8982 |
| BURLYSON | William | 1919 | Brandon | Brandon & Byshottles | Boy | 8981 | |
| BURLINSON | Robert W. | 1913 | West Wylam | West Wylam | 8980 | ||
| BURLEY | D.W. (injured) | 1950 | 49 | Tower | Hirwaun | Haulier | 8975 |
| BURLEY | Frances (injured) | 1915 | 20 | Chisnall Hall | Coppull | Drawer | 8976 |
| BURLEY | James (injured) | 1946 | 51 | Cronton | Whiston | Washery Attendant | 8977 |