Kellingley Remembered: A Decade Since the Last Shift Portraits, Memories & the Legacy of the Big K 

For 50 years, Kellingley Colliery, fondly known as the “Big K”, was more than just a coal mine. It was the beating heart of a community, a symbol of resilience, and a triumph of engineering in North Yorkshire.

From the tough early days of digging its deep shafts to the strong bonds formed among workers from all walks of life, Kellingley stood as a lifeline for generations.

Now, ten years after its closure marked the end of deep coal mining in Britain, the Museum explores a provocative new exhibition. Featuring striking photography of The Last Miners by Roger Tiley, Ian Beesley, Charlotte Graham, John Arnison and members of the coalfield community.