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Bricklaying JLP01_08_087537
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Date: 16th March 2022
Source: Historic England
Credit: © Historic England Archive. Joh
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Bricklaying JLP01_08_087537
Royal Scot Hotel, Kings Cross Road, Islington, Greater London. Bricklayers at work building the interior walls of the Royal Scot Hotel during its construction.
Construction of the seven-storey Royal Scot Hotel at Percy Circus began in 1970. The structure was built of loadbearing brickwork in order to avoid a chain reaction in the case of wall collapse due to fire or explosion. Large quantities of bricks were therefore needed, which were delivered from Woodside Brickworks in Norwood and the Redland brick company in Horsham. The topping out ceremony was held on 23rd March 1972 and the hotel was officially opened on 14th November 1972. When it opened, the hotel had just fewer than 350 bedrooms, each with a private bathroom, as well as a restaurant, coffee shop, cocktail bar and lounge bar, a functions suite, and car park
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1970s Construction Hotel Labourer People Work Workmen Brickie Brickwork Builders
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the essence of hard work and dedication during the construction of the Royal Scot Hotel in Islington, Greater London. The image showcases a group of skilled bricklayers diligently building the interior walls of this magnificent seven-storey structure. The hotel's construction began in 1970 at Percy Circus, with an emphasis on loadbearing brickwork to ensure safety against potential fire or explosion incidents. To meet this requirement, large quantities of bricks were sourced from Woodside Brickworks in Norwood and the Redland brick company in Horsham. On March 23rd, 1972, a momentous topping out ceremony marked a significant milestone for this ambitious project. Finally, on November 14th that same year, the doors of the Royal Scot Hotel officially opened to welcome guests into its nearly 350 bedrooms - each equipped with private bathrooms. Beyond providing luxurious accommodations, this grand establishment boasted various amenities including a restaurant, coffee shop, cocktail bar and lounge bar. Additionally, it featured a spacious functions suite and convenient car park facilities. This remarkable photograph serves as a testament to both human ingenuity and craftsmanship that went into creating such an iconic landmark within London's bustling cityscape. Preserved by Historic England Archive for future generations to admire and appreciate our architectural heritage.
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