Kellingley Colliery

Often referred to as the 'Big K', the Kellingley pit was sunk between 1958 and 1965 when the first coal was raised. The No.1 shaft on the left is 791m deep and is used for man riding and materials. The upcast is 768m deep and can raise coal at up to 900 tonnes per hour. Coal is mainly supplied to local power stations with a small amount of house coal also produced.