The gala is still an annual event although there are now no working pits in Durham. Woodland School pupils in 1903. Built by the colliery in 1877 a new building was erected in 1968 which is still in use today. A slightly later photo from 1919 showing Woodland School pupils and teacher in the classroom. Beagling in Woodland looking towards The Edge.
Beagles are small hounds used to hunt hares.
The space where the trees stand is now occupied by housing. The trees to the right of the picture are those visible in the 'beagling' shot to the left. Entering the village from the south on what is now the B6282. This photograph clearly shows the old unmade road. All are still functioning.