Winding tower, Murton Colliery, Murton, Durham

South Hetton Coal Company installed the overhead Koepe Winder in December 1923 for the Murton Colliery. The winder was installed at the top of the tower, rather than at ground level, which helped to reduce wear and motion in the winding rope.

Location

Durham Murton

Period

1990s (1990 - 1999)

Tags

mining colliery coal 1990s (1990 - 1999)