My grandfather ( Jimmy Burns ) was manager of the brickworks up to and after it’s closure. He got me a summer job when I was a student, helping to finally empty the Hoffman kiln. An enjoyable task opening the kiln up a few years after it’s last firing. My dad ( John Burns ) was the dumper truck driver at Prestongrange Colliery and filled in Morrisons Haven harbour in the late 50’s early 60’s . A lovely video 👍👍
My grandfather ( Jimmy Burns ) was manager of the brickworks up to and after it’s closure. He got me a summer job when I was a student, helping to finally empty the Hoffman kiln. An enjoyable task opening the kiln up a few years after it’s last firing. My dad ( John Burns ) was the dumper truck driver at Prestongrange Colliery and filled in Morrisons Haven harbour in the late 50’s early 60’s . A lovely video 👍👍
John, thanks for your comments and I am glad it brought back happy memories for you.
My mother was born at Morrison Haven in June 1923
Yes, I do recall when I carried out my research there were a few houses in the area. Thanks for your comment. 👍
Venetian glassworkers worked here and supplied the King with glasses.
Hi Diane, thanks for the information, hopefully you enjoyed the video.