Labworth Caf?, Western Esplanade, Canvey Island
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Labworth Caf?, Western Esplanade, Canvey Island
Image: © David Kemp Taken: 12 May 2018
This is the seldom photographed north aspect of the Labworth situated atop the sea wall. It was the only building designed by Ove Arup and dates from 1932-3. It was built out of reinforced concrete as part of the sea defences being constructed at the time.
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Image Location
Latitude
51.512271
Longitude
0.593908