Over 200,000 gather in Durham for the 140th Miners' Gala
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Over 200,000 gather in Durham for the 140th Miners' Gala

11 Jul 2026 · Originally published 10 Jul 2026 8/10 Original headline: Durham Miners' Gala 'important as ever' as 'celebration of working-class unity'
More than 200,000 people have arrived in County Durham for the 140th 'Big Meeting' to celebrate working-class history and unity. The event highlights the collective effort behind recent legislative changes like the Employment Rights Act, serving as a reminder of what can be achieved when people work together.
Source: Chronicle Live County Durham
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