"In the Shadow of Mount Sugarloaf" - Ep5 Pt2 - The First Coal Mines 1870-1895

from Newcastle Family History Society Podcasts · host NFHS Inc.

Benita Parker from the West Wallsend District Heritage Group guides us through West Wallsend’s transformation—from a forested hillside to a vibrant coal mining town, complete with its own railway and a thriving community.

Episode metadata supplied by the publisher feed · Published Jul 5, 2025

Embed this episode

Attribution link and audio player

NOW PLAYING

"In the Shadow of Mount Sugarloaf" - Ep5 Pt2 - The First Coal Mines 1870-1895

0:00 34:56

1×

No transcript for this episode yet

We transcribe on demand. Request one and we'll notify you when it's ready — usually under 10 minutes.

Share this episode

Similar Episodes

No similar episodes found.

Similar Podcasts

No similar podcasts found.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is this episode of Newcastle Family History Society Podcasts?

This episode is 34 minutes long.

When was this Newcastle Family History Society Podcasts episode published?

This episode was published on July 5, 2025.

Can I download this Newcastle Family History Society Podcasts episode?

Yes. Use the download control on the episode player to save the publisher-provided media file.

URL copied to clipboard!