William Saunders’ Post

Last year, Scheduled Ancient Monument Pleasley Pit secured a grant from Biffa Award to allow vital restoration work on the iconic Chimney and South Heapstead building. The grant also funded a range of interpretation works to support the mining museum and Visitor Centre.   The historic colliery, which is 150 years old, is managed by the Land Trust in partnership with managing partners William Saunders, the Pleasley Pit Trust, and staff. Over the years, the dedicated team has worked tirelessly to preserve and restore the site for visitors to enjoy. The grant has provided a welcome opportunity to continue preserving it for future generations.   The interpretation works created by The Creative Core, were recently completed and installed. The new displays and content allow visitors to further engage with the site's history and learn about the local community, helping to bring the colliery to life.   PA Turton Builders have now completed the chimney works, with the team repointing 1,200 bricks and completing other essential restoration works, allowing the chimney to stand for many more years to come. Further restoration works are continuing on the South Heapstead building which houses part of the museum tour. More updates to follow in the coming months. #restoration #BiffaAward #scheduledancientmonument #newsignage #communityengagement