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School resources on the history of Bryn and Ashton 

Hear about the conditions that the miners in Bryn and Ashton had to work in and the effects that had on their health by Sheila Brown.

Have a listen to Dave Fearnley telling us the fascinating story about Ashton and Bryn's involvement in the Boer War dating back to 1899 - 1902

Father Newns from St Oswalds and St Edmund Arrowsmith church explains to us the importance of the right hand of the martyred St Edmund Arrowsmith.

Joy Winstanley also tells us a bit about the mining conditions in the local area and she also covers the Three Sisters.

Pat Gordon shares with us the story of the number 9 pit disaster where unfortunately many people were killed.  

1. Mining around Ashton and Bryn

2. Jubilee Park

Bryan Merry tells us the history of Jubilee Park dating back to 1897.

Karin Dagnall shares the story of a local man from Skitters Wood who volunteered to fight in the Boer war.

Sylvia Wilkinson also gives us some information on the history of Jubilee Park.

3. The Hand of St Edmund Arrowsmith

4. Ashton and Bryn's involvement in the Boer War

Pat tells the story of how some of the streets of Ashton got their names and of tithing, where people gave a tenth of their income to the church.

5. How the streets of Ashton were named

6. Park Lane Unitarian Chapel in Bryn

Ian tells the story of the chapel which was built in 1697 by Church of England dissenters. This unique building is still going strong despite the years and being undermined by coal workings. 

7. Ashton Linen and Woollen Stock Charity

Andrew tells the story of how the Ashton Linen and Wool Stock Charity was set up in Tudor times and how it has operated to the present day.

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