Skinningrove Collection

Children taking part in a nativity to raise funs for an East Cleveland Methodist Chapel, Skinningrove, North Yorkshire. 4th December 1991

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Skinningrove Carnival sports. 1971

Skinningrove Carnival. 1972

A prestigious award made to an East Cleveland mining museum could mean supporters not having to dig so deep into their own pockets in future

Former Iron stone miner Jim Easton, 84, was one of the last to leave Skinningrove mine when it closed in 1958 - and the first to go back when it opened as The Tom Leonard Mining Museum

The Tom Leonard Mining Museum. 30th May 1983

For years this fine Ironstone mining ambulance housedchickens. But now it has been restored to its former glory and given a place of pride in Skinningroves Tom Leonard Mining Museum

A miners kitchen, complete with cast iron range, clip rugs and Victorian chairs, is being set up at the Tom Leonard Mining Museum

Lord Shuttleworth, Chairman of the Rural Development Commission paid a visit to the The Tom Leonard Mining Museum in Skinningrove. He is pictured with the museum manager Alan Chilton in the mine

Two budding miners - Kelly Plews, left, and Martin Robinson - pose outside the Tom Leonard Mining Museum. 27th January 1983

Fishing cobles are drawn up on the sea shore at Skinningrove where once boats arrived to do business with the villages Iron Works. 6th February 1992

Skinningrove Iron Works, 8th October 1968

Skinningrove. The village had an agricultural and fishing economy until the opening of local ironstone workings in 1848 initiated an industrialisation boom

That Sinking Feeling. Skinningrove, N Yorks 1970s Date: 1970s

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Discover the rich history and vibrant community of Skinningrove, located in Redcar & Cleveland TS13 4 Map. From heartwarming nativity performances to raise funds for an East Cleveland Methodist Chapel, to the thrilling Skinningrove Carnival sports events in the 1970s, this town knows how to come together and have a good time. But it's not all fun and games - it has faced its fair share of challenges. In the 1970s, residents experienced 'That Sinking Feeling' as they grappled with economic difficulties. However, their resilience shone through as they continued to celebrate life with events like the Skinningrove Carnival in both 1971 and 1972. The hard work and dedication of the community did not go unnoticed. A prestigious award was bestowed upon an East Cleveland mining museum, highlighting their commitment to preserving local history. This recognition brought hope for supporters who believed in keeping traditions alive. Speaking of traditions, former Iron stone miner Jim Easton holds a special place in Skinningrove's story. As one of the last miners to leave Skinningrove mine, his experiences are a testament to the town's industrial heritage. One significant milestone in preserving this heritage was marked on May 30th, 1983 - The Tom Leonard Mining Museum opened its doors. This institution stands as a tribute to those who worked tirelessly underground and showcases artifacts that tell their stories. Not everything is what it seems in Skinningrove though - did you know that for years an old ironstone mining ambulance housed chickens? It just goes to show how resourceful this community can be. Step back into time by exploring a miner's kitchen complete with cast iron range, clip rugs, and Victorian chairs - remnants from a bygone era that still hold so much charm today. Even esteemed guests recognized the importance of this tight-knit community.