Alan Edgar (Eggy1948)
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@Damian Robson I posted the images on two FB groups and a member on each group says the drawings are byn Davey Patterson wh worked at Ellington.
On rhe Friends Of Bates Colliery group :-
and on the Northumberland and Durham Pits group :-
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Cheers @Damian Robson - I'll see what I can find out.
I enjoyed reading your post above
. At least you dad had a car, mine had a pushbike so we sometimes got a lift on the crossbar
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On 07/06/2026 at 22:12, Damian Robson said:
Thank you, the wife uses Facebook so I'll ask her to take a look. I'm sure he worked at Bates Colliery in the 80's, perhaps early 90's then went to Ellington Colliery after that. If other's worked there at the same time, then they would probably know each other.
Damian.
@Damian Robson = any luck identifying the artist?
I could ask around the local FB groups as there are ex miners on the groups. That would mean posting one of the drawings you have posted above. the groups I would check on would be Bygone Bedlington, Bates & Northumberland and Durham Pits.
@HIGH PIT WILMA was at Bates until it closed in 1986.
Was your dad from Bedlington?
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Bedlington Residents: Important Update on Town Centre Improvement Proposals
The future development of your local area is being planned, and community feedback is essential to ensuring these decisions reflect the needs of residents.
This Thursday, 11th June 2026, a public drop-in event will be held to present Bedlington’s Borderlands Town Investment Plan and potential town centre improvements for both East and West Bedlington.
Representatives will be on hand to discuss the proposals and take your feedback. Two sessions are available, and the same information will be presented at both:
Session 1: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Location: Bedlington Community Centre, 60 W End Front St, Bedlington, NE22 5TT
Session 2: 3:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Location: East Bedlington Community Centre, 16 & 17 Station St, Bedlington, NE22 7JN
Can't make it in person?
If you are unable to attend either session, you can still participate. The display boards and an online feedback portal will be accessible from 11th to 27th June. You can scan the QR code on the event poster to review the plans and submit your comments.
This is a critical opportunity to directly influence the investment and regeneration of your community. Please consider dropping in to ensure your voice is heard
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@Damian Robson - I wonder if @HIGH PIT WILMA, who worked at Bates, would have known your dad?
If you are on Facebook there is a group - Friends Of Bates Colliery. This is a direct link to the group :- https://www.facebook.com/groups/batescolliery
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It’s time to shine a light on the people who make our community great!
East Bedlington Parish Council is proud to announce the return of the Civic Awards 2026, and we need your help to find our local heroes.
Do you know someone who goes above and beyond? Whether it’s a helpful neighbour or a dedicated volunteer, now is the time to give them the recognition they deserve.
The Award Categories
Not sure which category fits? Here is a breakdown of what we are looking for:Colin Parker Good Neighbour Award:For that special individual who is always there with a helping hand, looks out for those on their street, and makes their neighbourhood a friendlier place.Brian Richmond Sporting Achievement:Celebrating local athletes, team players, or coaches who have shown incredible dedication, talent, or sportsmanship over the past year.Apprentice of the Year:Recognising a hardworking individual who is making outstanding progress in their vocational training and showing great promise in their career.Volunteer of the Year:For an individual who selflessly gives up their time and energy to support local causes or help others without asking for anything in return.Volunteer Group of the Year:Celebrating a team or organisation that works together to make a positive impact on the East Bedlington community.
Important Dates
Nomination Deadline: Friday, 17th July 2026Awards Ceremony: Saturday, 1st August (3pm – 6pm)All nominees and their nominators will be invited to attend this special celebration!
How to Nominate
Ready to nominate your hero? You can get in touch with the Parish Council via the following methods:
In Person: Visit the office at 16-17 Station Street, Bedlington.
Phone: 01670 828808
assistantclerk@eastbedlingtonparishcouncil.gov.uk
Let’s celebrate the people who make East Bedlington a fantastic place to live. Get your nominations in today!
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All the best @Mal
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It’s time to shine a light on the people who make our community great! East Bedlington Parish Council is pleased to announce the return of the Civic Awards 2026, and we need your help to find our local heroes.
Do you know someone who goes above and beyond? Whether it’s a helpful neighbour or a dedicated volunteer, now is the time to give them the recognition they deserve. The Award Categories
Not sure which category fits? Here is a breakdown of what we are looking for:Colin Parker Good Neighbour Award: For that special individual who is always there with a helping hand, looks out for those on their street, and makes their neighbourhood a friendlier place.Brian Richmond Sporting Achievement: Celebrating local athletes, team players or coaches who have shown incredible dedication, talent, or sportsmanship over the past year.Apprentice of the Year: Recognising a hardworking individual who is making outstanding progress in their vocational training and showing great promise in their career.Volunteer of the Year: For an individual who selflessly gives up their time and energy to support local causes or help others without asking for anything in return.Volunteer Group of the Year: Celebrating a team or organisation that works together to make a positive impact on the East Bedlington community. Important Dates
Nomination Deadline: Friday, 17th July 2026Awards Ceremony: Saturday, 1st August (3pm – 6pm)All nominees and their nominators will be invited to attend this special celebration! How to Nominate
Ready to nominate your hero? You can get in touch with the Parish Council via the following methods: In Person: Visit the office at 16-17 Station Street, Bedlington.
Phone: 01670 828808
assistantclerk@eastbedlingtonparishcouncil.gov.uk
Let’s celebrate the people who make East Bedlington a fantastic place to live. Get your nominations in today!
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East Bedlington Parish Council
Get ready for some seaside fun! Cambois Fair is returning this summer. It’s time to dust off those buckets and spades for a day of sun, sand, and smiles. The Details:
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When: Saturday, 20th June 2026
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Time: 11:30am – 3:00pm
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Where: Next to Charltons Bar, Cambois
Sandcastle Competition: Starts at 12:30pm — who will be crowned the winner?
Classic Stalls & Games
Fun for all ages!
Keep an eye on our page over the coming weeks as we reveal more about the event!
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Is Your Garden the Best in East Bedlington?
Calling all green fingers! The 2026 East Bedlington Garden Competition is officially open, and it’s time to let your hard work shine. Whether you have a sprawling lawn, a cozy yard, or just a single, stunning hanging basket, we want to see it!
Categories for Everyone:
Best Small Garden
Best Large Garden
Best Individual Planter / Hanging Basket
Best Back Yard
Special Recognition: This year features the Councillors Choice Award, specifically presented to the Best Allotment!
Important Dates:
Entries Close: Friday, 3rd July
Judging Commences: Monday, 6th July
How to Enter:
To be eligible, you must live within the East Bedlington Parish Council boundaries.Pick up an entry form from the Parish Office at 16 Station Street, Bedlington, or
01670 828808 (Option 1)
assistantclerk@eastbedlingtonparishcouncil.gov.uk
Let's make our community bloom this summer! Tag a neighbour who has a beautiful garden and encourage them to enter!
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10 minutes ago, Mal said:
For anyone not on Facebook this is the initial screen shot from Mal's link :-
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61 years, 4 months and 27 days later…
Bedlington Station will re-open. This Sunday, the first train will stop at 08:28 Platform 2 on its way to Ashington. It will then turn around and depart for Newcastle stopping at Platform 1 at 8.43am, arriving in the city around half an hour later.
Timetables, live times and rail only booking information can be found here: https://www.northernrailway.co.uk/stations/bedlington
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@Nicola Riley in your opening comment you mention Fountains Yard. Fountains Yard was asked about on the Facebook group Bygone Bedlington and as i had never of that yard I posted a comment in the Discussion/History Hollow section of this group and @Canny lass identified where it had been.
The entry in - Discussion/History Hollow - is titled :- Fountain(s) Yard - Glebe Row/Road/Bank and was posted in 2019. It's under Page 5 of the History Hollow section.
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@Appleby - there is another album under the Gallery/Historic Bedlington section - Netherton/Nedderton old photos 2 - and there a number of school photos for Netherton Colliery & Nedderton Village and the name Appleby has been added on a few of the photos. This is a direct link to that album :-
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Welcome to the site @Appleby
There are a few postings where the rows and families of netherton Colliery get a mention and the best way to view them is by using the - Search - facility at the top right hand of the 'Discussion' screen.
If you enter the word Appleby in the box and enter that youu will get a ling to any comment that has used that word.
If you wanted to search for a phrase like Clifton Row then add quotation marks either side of the phrase - "Clifton Row"
There have been a few members who were raised in netherton Colliery but I think theren is only one member from the area that still regularily visits and helps the members of this site and that is @Canny lass.
In the gallery section there are albums on various subjects and there are some on Netherton & Nedderton. When you select the gallery section from the menu at the top of the page you scroll down to the Historic bedlington section, select that then there are 4 pages of albums.
When you select an album you can click on any photo/image within the album and you will see any comments that have been made in respect of image. This is a direct link to one of the albums :-
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8 hours ago, HIGH PIT WILMA said:
Thanks Alan.I am gradually returning to a bit more normality..got a lot of musical and Shadows groups coming back on bit by bit!Cheers!HPW.
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13 hours ago, Dave Cordes said:
Mark, had no reply yet. Did you source what you need elsewhere?
@Dave Cordes - if you whish to tag a member so that they are notified then you can use the @ before the members name. The tag only works when you start with the @ followed by the members name and selecting the full name from the list that the system throws up eg @M and the system will give the names and then you select the name you want :-
@M
and you will get @Mark J
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4 hours ago, Dave Cordes said:
I've contacted Mark via email.
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@Mark J I keep checking this topic annd my posting of your comment on thr Bygone Bedlington(BB) gtoup.
There are no new posts on the BB group but I will leave it open and let you know if antone else comes up with something that may help your
Have you and @Dave Cordes passed info to each other?
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Has Teresa Charlton or her dad emailed you with any info?
Alan
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I'll keep checking the two groups and if there are any further comments that have any new info info I will add them to this post.