Recordings of Miners' Galas

This material is held atSwansea University Archives

  • Reference
    • GB 217 SWCC : AUD/Project/20
  • Dates of Creation
    • 1981-1983
  • Language of Material
    • English
  • Physical Description
    • 2 recordings

Scope and Content

Recordings of galas including Durham Miners' Centenary Gala 1983 and Yorkshire Miners' Gala 1981 including recordings of speeches, poems, interviews of people attending the gala and bands.

Administrative / Biographical History

The Miners' Gala was a highlight of the mining community's social and cultural year. It was an annual event.

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