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Manhole covers, coalhole covers and drain covers all offer access to an underground world that, if not exactly thrilling, is at least full of artistry, history and in many cases, beauty.
From BBC • May 14, 2021
Amir Dotan, who lives in Stoke Newington, north-east London, has been a fan of coalhole covers since he moved to the district in 2002.
From BBC • May 14, 2021
"So much wit and grace applied to the design of a modest coalhole cover - it redefines the notion of utilitarian design," he says.
From BBC • May 14, 2021
Drain-spotting is a fairly broad church; some worshippers enjoy manhole covers, the interest of others is piqued by coalhole covers and still more get their thrills from drainage grilles.
From BBC • May 14, 2021
After an hour or so of that, I gets up and sits by the open window; but as there ain't any moon or any street lights, it's like starin' down a coalhole.
From Torchy by Brehm, George
