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Memorials & monuments · North West England

Wood End Pit AKA Bedford Colliery marker stone, former coal mine.

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Wood End Pit AKA Bedford Colliery marker stone, former coal mine. — a memorial in england-north-west, United Kingdom.

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Typical visit
15 min–45 min
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

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Wood End Pit AKA Bedford Colliery marker stone, former coal mine. is a memorial located in england-north-west, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.

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Place summary

Wood End Pit, also known as the Bedford Colliery marker stone, is a memorial located in North-West England. This site commemorates the former coal mine that played a significant role in the region's industrial history.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
53.5038, -2.4847
District
Wigan
Parish
Wigan, unparished area
Postcode
WN7 2UR
Parliamentary constituency
Leigh and Atherton

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Wood End Pit AKA Bedford Colliery marker stone, former coal mine.?
Wood End Pit AKA Bedford Colliery marker stone, former coal mine. is in North-West England, United Kingdom (postcode WN7 2UR), in the parish of Wigan, unparished area.
Is Wood End Pit AKA Bedford Colliery marker stone, former coal mine. free to visit?
Yes, Wood End Pit AKA Bedford Colliery marker stone, former coal mine. is free to enter.
How do I get to Wood End Pit AKA Bedford Colliery marker stone, former coal mine.?
Drivers can navigate to postcode WN7 2UR. It sits within the Leigh and Atherton parliamentary constituency.