14 Things Only People From Northumberland Can Be Proud Of

8. Our Ancestors Kick-Starting The Industrial Revolution

As early as the 18th century, Northumberland coal mines were instrumental in starting the industrial revolution. Coalfields across the county helped fuel expansion in other areas of England; leading to the demand for railways and ship building coming to the region to help transport the coal to all ends of the country. Another step ahead of the rest of the country right there.