Joseph Wilkes
Of Measham Manor; owned the Oakthorpe pits and sank the first deep shaft there in 1787, buying a Boulton and Watt winding engine.
Mines operated
| Mine | Region | Years |
|---|---|---|
| Oakthorpe Colliery | Leicestershire | 1787–1810 |
Record created: 11 October 2026 · Last researched: 11 October 2026