Irvins Building, Union Road, North Shields
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Image: © Andrew Curtis Taken: 28 Jul 2013
Irvin and Sons opened their business premises here in 1913. They produced nets, sails, ropes and equipment designed for the fishing industry. The Grade II-listed building has been converted into luxury one and two-bedroom apartments and a ground floor restaurant, Irvins Brasserie.