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Carters Well was once the main source of fresh water for Low Fell, Gateshead
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Carters Well was once the main source of fresh water for Low Fell, Gateshead
Carters Well was once the main source of fresh water for Low Fell, Gateshead. The spring originally rose out of the workings on an old coal pit and the supply of water was quite sparse. However, when Sheriff Hill Colliery was opened a drift was made into the workings to get water for the use of the colliery engine and the water supply was rapidly enhanced. Although there were other wells, Carter Well was regarded as providing the freshest water.
Local poet and educationalist Thomas Wilson wrote a poem about the well: No other spring wiv it can vie; It is a tap that ne er runs dry Two young girls try the water supply for their younger sister although she does not seem impressed with their efforts! 7th March 1931
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This print takes us back to a time when Carters Well held great significance for the community of Low Fell, Gateshead. Serving as the main source of fresh water, this well was once a lifeline for residents in need of hydration. The origins of Carters Well are rooted in an old coal pit, where a meager supply of water initially emerged. However, with the opening of Sheriff Hill Colliery, efforts were made to enhance the water supply by creating a drift into the workings. This transformation brought about an abundant flow that quickly earned Carter Well its reputation for providing the freshest water in town. Local poet and educationalist Thomas Wilson immortalized this cherished well through his heartfelt poem. Its words echoed throughout Low Fell, emphasizing that no other spring could compare to its never-ending stream. In this nostalgic snapshot from March 7th, 1931, we see two young girls eagerly testing the quality of Carters Well's water supply on behalf of their younger sister. Despite their best efforts to impress her with their discovery, she appears unimpressed by their enthusiasm. Transporting us back to an era defined by simplicity and innocence, this image captures not only childhood curiosity but also highlights how essential access to clean drinking water was even then. It serves as a reminder of our shared history and appreciation for resources that sustain life itself.
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