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dec 25, 1965 - Northen United colliery closes

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The closure of Northern United Colliery near Cinderford marked the end of the deep mines in the Forest of Dean. The last shift was on Christmas day. This marked the final end of coal mining as a significant employer in the Forest of Dean.

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dec 25, 1965
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~ 59 years ago