Rare Barnsley Wives Action Group Plate - Women Against Pit Closures During UK Miners' Strike

This rare item is a commemorative plate made for the Barnsley Wives Action Group, a key part of the Women Against Pit Closures movement during the 1984/1985 UK miners' strike. The plate is made by Coalville China and is a rare piece of memorabilia from the era.

✨ Key Details
. Purpose: The plate commemorates the historic role the Barnsley miners' wives played in the year-long strike, during which they organised support, ran soup kitchens, attended rallies, and picketed alongside the striking miners.
. Imagery: The central image features a woman, a miner's lamp, a pickaxe, and a dove of peace, symbolising the struggle and hope during the dispute.
. Locations: Banners around the rim list local mining communities and pits, including Wombwell, Park Mill, Cudworth, Hemsworth, Hoyland, South Hiendley, Woolley Windmill, Denby Grange, Frickley, Worsbrough, and Great Houghton.
. Founders: The group was notably founded by Betty Cook and Anne Scargill, who remained active in labour movements long after the strike ended.
. Significance: Involvement in the action group was life-changing for many of the women, empowering them to take on public roles and develop new skills and confidence in their communities.
. Materials: Made of fine bone china
. Produced by: Coalville China

📐 Measurements
. 27cm (10.62")

📦 Condition
. Excellent vintage condition. Minor age related scratches and wear, but no chips or cracks.

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