Working in such a condensed way is what gives the anthracite such a high value, Mr Thomas said.

BBC: Gleision Colliery near Cilybebyll: Brief history

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Wayne Thomas said the rise in the price of coal and the quality of the anthracite in the local area had seen mining become more profitable in recent years and led to a "resurgence of interest".

BBC: Gleision Colliery near Cilybebyll: Brief history