Talk: The Early Neston Collieries: Seven reasons why they are remarkable

Schedule

Thu Apr 30 2026 at 06:45 pm to 08:30 pm

UTC+01:00

Location

Irby Methodist Church | Birkenhead, EN

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We are excited to welcome Anthony Annakin-Smith to talk to use about the facinating history of the Neston Collieries.
About this Event

Join us in person for the Wirral Archaeology Members meeting—everyone’s welcome to dig into history! Meetings every last Thursday of month


Wirral Archaeology Members Meeting (open to non-members)

Join us for a relaxed in-person gathering where archaeology fans mingle, chat, and share discoveries. Whether you're a seasoned member or just curious, everyone's welcome! Come along, learn something new, and connect with fellow history buffs. Don't miss out on this laid-back chance to dive into Wirral's rich past together.

Each month we have a speaker on a different topic and we provide an update on the various projects. This month we have a talk entitled "The Early Neston Collieries: Seven Reasons why they are Remarkable" by Anthony Annakin – Smith.

Come along and find out more about our current projects and future plans.

We meet every last Thursday of the month. Follow us to keep up to date with future meetings and events.

This months meeting is preceeded by a short AGM. Non-members are welcome at 6.45pm when the talk begins.

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Irby Methodist Church, 21 Mill Hill Road, Birkenhead, United Kingdom

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