View Towards Readhead's Boatyard at South Shields

View Towards Readhead's Boatyard at South Shields

Image Details

Title View Towards Readhead's Boatyard at South Shields
Reference Number STH0003341
Photographer Unknown
Town or Village South Shields
Date
Original Format Black and White Photograph
Period Victorian (1837-1901)
Copyright South Tyneside Libraries
Further Information Looking towards Readhead's shipyard at South Shields image is from the North Shields side of the river.  At the far left there appears to be a loading staithe.  Many boats on the river, and smaller vessels
(cobles) on the beach.  Housing on the Lawe Top.  South Pier is in distance.  The large ship in the forefront, at North Shields, is a paddle sailing ship.