Commemorative plaque 7843 — Report the wrong picture

What is recorded here

This black commemorative plaque records: Lilley Brickworks Coke ovens built by the Priestman Colliery Company were converted in 1890 to produce common bricks for use in their collieries. The works closed in 1976. Recorded plaque organisation: Tyne and Wear County Council.

Lilley Brickworks, established by the Priestman Colliery Company and operational from 1890 until its closure in 1976, played a significant role in supplying bricks for local collieries, reflecting the industrial heritage of brick manufacturing in supporting coal mining operations.

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