Most people these days sing the "Mountain Railroad" version - ie the American tune. Round our way we use the Welsh tune "Calon Lan". The story we use is that the Welsh tune was used here first, the song migrated to America and came back with the American tune. I can't verify that, but Mick Tems may be able to shed some light on the chronology.

You'll probably here both versions at the Mining Songs workshop at Upton Festival this weekend.

regards

Splott Man