As I browsed the Industrial section the other day I saw a report from @HughieD had popped up so I thought I'd have a little trip down memory lane and put a report together for you lovely people!
Its probably true to say that we only went here because we drew a blank at Mansfield General (the second of two fails there - the furthest I got was sitting on top of the body fridges). Anyway I'm so glad we had a Plan B. Shortly after this visit I believe a kid got badly injured here and since then its pretty much been sealed tight as a drum.
Over recent years there has been a deep division of opinions on the future of Clipstone headstocks. On one hand some see it as an ugly eyesore that serves no purpose and should be ripped down. On the other hand, others see the Grade II listed structure as a fundamental part of our industrial heritage and its historic and architectural value should be preserved.
For more information I'd recommend having a look at this link, it's an interesting read.
historicengland.org.uk
On with the photos then, I've taken the liberty of dividing into 2 sections and just an advance warning - at that time I was going through a phase of being a bit trigger-happy with the fisheye lens!
Part 1 - The bigger picture
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Its probably true to say that we only went here because we drew a blank at Mansfield General (the second of two fails there - the furthest I got was sitting on top of the body fridges). Anyway I'm so glad we had a Plan B. Shortly after this visit I believe a kid got badly injured here and since then its pretty much been sealed tight as a drum.
Over recent years there has been a deep division of opinions on the future of Clipstone headstocks. On one hand some see it as an ugly eyesore that serves no purpose and should be ripped down. On the other hand, others see the Grade II listed structure as a fundamental part of our industrial heritage and its historic and architectural value should be preserved.
For more information I'd recommend having a look at this link, it's an interesting read.
Headstocks and Powerhouse at the site of the former Clipstone Colliery, Clipstone - 1380235 | Historic England
List entry 1380235. Grade II Listed Building: Headstocks And Powerhouse At The Site Of The Former Clipstone Colliery. May include summary, reasons for designation and history.
historicengland.org.uk
On with the photos then, I've taken the liberty of dividing into 2 sections and just an advance warning - at that time I was going through a phase of being a bit trigger-happy with the fisheye lens!
Part 1 - The bigger picture
View attachment
