South Tyneside History
| Title | Wawn And Clay Rope Factory and Chapel |
|---|---|
| Reference Number | STH0000327 |
| Photographer | Unknown |
| Town or Village | South Shields |
| Date | c1700- c1850 |
| Original Format | Black and white photograph of drawing |
| Period | Georgian (1714-1837) |
| Copyright | South Tyneside Libraries |
| Further Information | Wawn and Clay patent rope manufacturer. This was later the site of St Thomas's Church in Fowler Street. In the background is a Chapel of Ease. A chapel of ease is a church building other than the parish church, built within the bounds of a parish for the attendance of those who cannot reach the parish church conveniently. |
