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Commemorating 60 years since the closure of North Skelton Ironstone Mine

17 Jan 2024
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17th January 2024 marks a significant milestone in East Cleveland's industrial history!

60 years ago, the North Skelton Iron Stone Mine closed, closing a chapter in our mining legacy. But this wasn't the end for the site!

Tees Components took over, breathing new life into the old mine and upholding East Cleveland's proud industrial tradition. Today, it stands as a testament to progress, preserving our heritage while embracing cutting-edge technologies.

The transition from mining to advanced manufacturing preserves our hardworking communities, ensuring the legacy of North Skelton lives on in the skilled hands and determined hearts of those who call this place home.

Join us in marking the closure of North Skelton Iron Stone Mine 60 years ago. Together, let's honour the past, celebrate the present, and look forward to the future. East Cleveland's industrial journey continues, built on the foundations of its legacy.

Thanks to BBC Look North for coming to visit us to commemorate 60 years since the closure of North Skelton Ironstone Mine and its evolution into the Tees Components site you see today.

And to Land of Iron for breathing new life into the history of Iron Mining which was so crucial in building the communities of East Cleveland.

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