Tales from the North East's Industrial Past

Newcastle in 1832. Illustrated from original drawings by Thomas Allom.

05 Mar Culture Shock 

Join Jim Duncan and Ray Thompson as they look back on the rise and fall of two of the region's former iconic industries. This talk will focus on the Consett Steel Works and William Doxford and Sons Ltd, blending historial detail with personal memories and anecdotes of life in the industries.

Jim Duncan worked for 22 years at William Doxford & Sons Ltd, a shipbuilding company and manufacturer of marine diesel engines based in Sunderland, starting as an apprentice and finishing as a supervisor.

Ray Thompson worked at Consett Steel Works Ltd for 36 years as a maintenance electrician and works convenor of the electricians' union.


Talk begins at 12.15pm. All talks are free and last 90 minutes. To book a free place please email cultureshock@twmuseums.org.uk or call (0191) 277 2297 stating which talk you wish to attend.

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