Nana Kemp was rarely seen around the house without her trusty apron. Read here about the delightful history of the apron. For many of you this will also... Read more
Born in the last quarter of 1862 in Thornley near Easington colliery, William Harrison Hill was the first-born of Harrison Hill and Mary Jane Jenkin’s four children. The Hill fami... Read more
Photo approx 1965: Mick Robinson (son-in-law), Bluey Hill, Gerry Kemp, Gladys Hill and Ben Kemp Gladys Eileen Abbott, also known as Eileen Gladys Abbott – born Hampden now Ti... Read more
Bluey Hill was a very active personality in the mining and timber union movement, fighting hard for rights and conditions. He was a good public speaker, and a close friend of Paddy... Read more