Archaeological sites · North East England
Murton Colliery
In or near Warden Law.
Murton Colliery — a archaeological in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.
Steve Daniels — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Seaham · 3.2 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Murton Colliery is a archaeological located in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
Murton Colliery, located in the heart of the Durham coalfield, was operational from 1843 until 1991. It featured three shafts and was known for its extensive coal production, employing nearly 2000 workers at its peak. The colliery faced significant challenges during its construction, including water and sand issues, making its establishment one of the most difficult in mining history.
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Durham Coast SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Murton Colliery is an archaeological site located in the Scottish Lowlands. It offers insights into the region's mining history and industrial heritage. The site is significant for its well-preserved remains, reflecting the practices and conditions of coal mining in the area.
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- Coordinates
- 54.8184, -1.3802
- District
- County Durham
- Parish
- Murton
- Postcode
- SR7 9JB
- Parliamentary constituency
- Easington
- Nearest railway station
- Seaham — 3.2 km
- Official site
- www.dmm.org.uk
Sources
- osm: node/9434811707 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Murton Colliery?
- Murton Colliery is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode SR7 9JB), in the parish of Murton.
- What is Murton Colliery?
- Murton Colliery — a archaeological in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Murton Colliery?
- The nearest railway station is Seaham, about 3.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode SR7 9JB.
- Is Murton Colliery a protected site?
- Yes — Murton Colliery is part of the Durham Coast SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- Is Murton Colliery free to visit?
- Yes, Murton Colliery is free to enter.
- How do I get to Murton Colliery?
- The nearest railway station is Seaham, about 3.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SR7 9JB.