Heysham Power Station’s role as a major employer and supporter of community organisations is documented in this collection of 47 archive photographs.
The pictures span the decades since the 1980s, when its two reactors began generating power, and show staff both at the station and out in the local community.
Employees have raised thousands of pounds for charities and good causes over the years, while the power plant has welcomed visitors including school pupils and dignitaries.
With two operating power stations, Heysham is the country’s largest generating nuclear site and has played a pivotal role in the Lancaster district.
Our photographers have recorded many of those moments, from fundraising events to visits and everyday life involving the workforce.
Here is a selection of 47 nostalgic pictures uncovered in our archives.
33. Heysham Power Station memories
At the launch of a Safety First Event at Heysham Power Stations are British International cyclist Sean Yates, with from left, safety support officer Anita Russell, operations manager Norman Harrison, road safety advisor from Lancashire County Council, Dorothy Crane and technical and safety manager, Mark Treasure. Photo: GARTH HAMER
34. Heysham Power Station memories
Toddlers at Heysham Power Station's creche in their new safety seats donated by divisional director of Kwik Fit, Alan Denton. Photo: Clive Dainty
35. Heysham Power Station memories
The new intake of Heysham Power Stations apprentices in 2015. Back row from left: Leon Haworth, Miles Ibison, Evan Anderson, Matthew Morris, Liam Cutts, Sam Stevens. Front row from left: Chris Senior, Jack Sharples, Greg Howarth, Sasha Merrick, Cameron Gallacher. Photo: Submit
36. Heysham Power Station memories
Employees at Heysham 1 Power Station who raised £1,060.50 for the MacMillan Appeal at the Royal Lancaster Infirmary. They took part in a coast to coast cycle ride from Whitehaven in Cumbria to South Shields, Tyne and Wear. Appeals office assistant Carolyn Hartley received the cheque on behalf of the appeal committee. Photo: LORNE CAMPBELL