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Adamson family of Gainford

Reference: D/Ad 1 Catalogue Title: Adamson family of Gainford Area: Catalogue Category: Estate and Family Records Description: Building work for private individuals (part 2)

Covering Dates: 1871-1929

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Papers regarding work carried out at "Greatwood", Gainford for Mr. R. H. Jaques, comprising: construction of house 1885 - 1888, addition of garage 1904, alterations to bedrooms, 1905, construction of Loggia, 1915, installation of lift, 1915

Catalogue Contents

Adamson family of Gainford (Ref: D/Ad )Building records (Ref: D/Ad 1)Building work for private individuals (Ref: D/Ad 1/1) (Ref: D/Ad 1 1/1/1075-1/1/1076)

Melsonby

Papers regarding the construction of a new house at Low Grange, Melsonby for the Earl of Zetland, 1882


Bills of quantities of Clark & Moscrop, architects, Darlington, for the new house at Low Grange, Melsonby, for the Earl of Zetland, July 1882
(5 folios, paper)


Tenders of various merchants comprising: Duck & Flintoft, stone merchants, Castleton; J. & G. Wharton, slate merchants, Darlington; T. Wandless, slate merchants, Darli ngton; Davison & Son, painters, Darlington; J. Stephenson, coke merchants, Darlington and E. Smith plumber, Darlington, to R. & S. Adamson for works and supply of materials for erection of house at Low Grange, Melsonby, 21 July to 3 August 1882
(paper, 1 folio, 1 file)

 (Ref: D/Ad 1 1/1/1071-1074)

Middleton-in-Teasdale

Papers regarding the construction of cottages at Haggin Gap nr. Middleton-in-Teasdale, 1906


Quotation from Wm. Brown, timber merchants, Darlington, to R. & S. Adamson, relating to alterations at house at Haggin Gap Estate, near Middleton-in-Teasdale, 27 February 1906
(paper, 2 folios)


Correspondence from J. W. Frazer, architect, Newcastle-on-Tyne, to R. & S. Adamson, concernin g work required at cottages near Middleton-in-Teasdale for J.W. Brown, 21 February - 1 March 1906
(paper, 4 folios)


Tenders for slating, plumbing, and plastering required at cottages near Middleton in Teasdale from John Wandless, slater, Darlington, S ykes & Co., ironmongers, Darlington, and Robinson and Pearson, plasterers, Darlington, 28 February - 2 March 1906
(paper, 3 folios)


Site plan of Haggin Gap, Middleton in Teasdale, March 1906 Scale: 1.056 chains to 1 inch [1:836]
(24 cm x 34 cm., tracing paper, pencil)

Construction of house, 1885 - 1888 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/461-540)

Bill of quantities for a proposed residence at Gainford, 17 August 1885
(paper, 1 file)


Rough bill of quantities for Mr. Jaques residence, n.d., c.1885 Endorsed: Other bills of quantities some of which are for farm buildings at East Appleton Nr. Catterick
(paper, 1 file)


Specifications for carpenter and joiner at Mr. Jaques' house, Gainford, n.d., c.1885
(paper, 1 booklet)


Specification for excavator, bricklayer mason and plasterer (for Mr. Jaques' House), n.d., c.1885
(paper, 1 booklet)


Letters from H. W. Chatters, architect, Wicken Villa, Gloucester Road, Cheltenham, to R. & S. Adamson regarding the building work to be done at Mr. Jaques ' house Gainford, 1885-1888, including: (1) the windows, details of quoins etc. (2) drainage (3) replies to queries from Adamson (4) details of the slating (5) tiles for kitchen and porch (6) enclosing money on account (7) laying of a yard (8) gates (9) a dispute over the payment for extra work
(paper, 1 file, 64 folios)


Note of subjects of letters from H. W. Chatters, architect, 1885-1886
(paper, 1 folio)


Letters from H. W. Chatters, Cheltenham to R. & S Adamson concerning the details of building Mr. Jaques ' house at Gainford, 1885-1887, including: (1) the damp proof course (2) slating (3) the attic (4) drainage overflows (5) yard paving
(paper, 7 folios)


Rough quantities for Mr. Jaques residence and various rough notes concerning painting and plastering, August 1885
(paper, 1 file)


Plans of arches in Mr. Jaques house, Gainford, by H. W. Chatters, with measurements, 8 September 1885 Scale: 1/2 inch to 1 foot [1:24]
(54 cm. x 30 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


Plan by H. W. Chatters showing section of wall with window, 8 September 1885 Scale: 1/2 inch to 1 foot [1:24]
(24 cm. x 54 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


Plans showing east and west elevations of Mr. Jaques' house at Gainford, by H. W. Chatters, 8 September 1885 Scale: 8 feet to 1 inch [1:96]
(50 cm. x 27 cm., linen, ink)


Note of stone ordered from Dunhouse Quarry for Mr. Jaques house, 9 September 1885
(paper, 1 folio)


Specifications for slaters work on Mr. Jaques house by H.W.C. (H. W. Chatters, architect), 9 September 1885
(paper, 1 folio)


Plan showing North elevation of Mr. Jaques' house at Gainford by H. W. Chatters, 9 September 1885 Scale: Not shown
(28 1/2 cm. x 22 1/2 cm., linen, ink)


Plan showing details of windows at Mr. Jaques' house by H. W. Chatters, 17 September 1885 Scale: Not shown
(49 cm. x 78 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


Plan of Mr. Jaques house Gainford showing layout of store and wine cellar below staircase with measurements by H. W. Chatters, 13 October 1885 Scale: 4 feet to 1 inch [1:48]
(35 cm. x 20 1/2 cm., tracing paper, ink)


Plan showing details of staircase windows at Mr. Jaques house with measurements, by H. W. Chatters, 15 October 1885 Scale: full size [1:1]
(50 cm. x 68 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


Plans showing elevations of interior and exterior and cross sections of staircase window in Mr. Jaques ' house with measurements, by H. W. Chatters, 15 October 1885 Scale: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12]
(49 cm. x 64 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


Plan showing mullions at Mr. Jaques' house, by H. W. Chatters, 15 October 1885 Scale: full size [1:1]
(68 cm. x 47 cm., tracing paper, ink, pencil, partially coloured)


Plan showing staircase details with measurements for Mr. Jaques house, by H. W. Chatters, 21 October 1885 Scale: full size [1:1]
(54 cm. x 64 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


Plans showing plan and section of staircase at Mr. Jaques' house with measurements, by H. W. Chatters, 21 October 1885 Scale: 1/2 inch to 1 foot [1:24]
(72 cm. x 45 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


Plans relating to alterations at Mr. Jaques' house by H.W.C, 24 October 1885, showing: (1) section of chimney cap Scale: 1/4 full size [1:4] (2) section showing louvres for vent flues on each side of chimney cap (3) elevation of Louvres Scale: 1.5 inches to 1 foot [1:8]
(51 cm. x 34 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


Plans showing details of bedroom doors at Mr. Jaques' house, by H. W. Chatters, 24 October 1885 Scales: elevation: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12] and full size details
(55 cm. x 35 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


Plans showing layout of servants bedroom and w.c. and of cistern above w.c. and lobby at Mr. Jaques ' house with measurements, by H. W. Chatters, 26 October 1885 Scale: 4 feet to 1 inch [1:48]
(33 cm. x 19 1/2 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


Plan showing elevation and details of screens at Mr. Jaques' house, by H. W. Chatters, with measurements, 3 November 1885 Scale: elevation: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12] and full size details
(58 cm. x 50 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


Plans showing details of doors at front and garden entrances, by H. W. Chatters, 3 November 1885 Scales: elevation: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12] and full size for details [1:1]
(55 cm. x 50 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


Plans showing elevation of upstairs windows, roof and gutterring of Mr. Jaques ' house with measurements, by H. W. Chatters, 9 November 1885 Scale: 1/2 inch to 1 inch [1:2]
(48 cm. x 38 cm., tracing paper, ink)


Plans showing section of eaves and section of barge boards and cement filleting at Mr. Jaques ' house, by H. W. Chatters, 9 November 1885 Scale: full size [1:1]
(72 cm. x 47 cm., tracing paper, ink)


Plans showing details of roof and of post, by H. W. Chatters, 9 November 1885 Scale: 1/4 full size [1:4]
(70 cm. x 50 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


Letter from Mr. Jaques, Northgate House, Darlington, to R. & S. Adamson concerning money paid to Adamson by Mr. Jaques, 18 November 1885
(paper, 1 folio)


Plan showing details of doors in Mr. Jaques' house, n.d., c.1885 Scales: elevation 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12] and full size details [1:1]
(68 cm. x 46 cm., tracing paper, ink)


Plan of (Mr. Jaques') house showing layout, n.d., c.1885 No scale
(20 cm. x 33 cm., paper, pencil)


Plans relating to drainage at Greatwood showing layout, cross section of drain and cross section of trap, with measurements, n.d., c.1885 Scale: 8 feet to 1 inch [1:96]
(72 cm. x 52 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Sheet of paper with a few rough calculations in one corner, has rice watermark, Alex Pirie & Sons, Stoneywood, n.d., c.1885
(paper, 1 folio)


Various rough notes connected with Mr. Jaques drainage, n.d., c.1885 Endorsed: Bill of quantities for alterations to Aislaby Manor near Yarm by W. Livesay, architect, Raby Castle, May 1882
(paper, 1 file)


Note of material for Mr. Jaques' summerhouse, n.d., c.1885
(paper, 1 folio)


Note concerning timber required for Mr. Jaques's house, n.d., c.1885 Endorsed: "List of items objected to in joiners account"
(paper, 1 folio)


List of "Mr. Jaques' difference in accounts" and list of hours worked by various workmen, n.d., c.1885
(paper, 1 file)


Account for extra work done at Mr. Jaques house, n.d., c.1885
(paper, 1 file)


Memorandum of extras to Mr. Jaques' house and draft of a letter concerning an account to an unknown person, 1885 Endorsed: Notice of electors in the Barnard Castle Division concerning a forthcoming poll in which the standing Liberal, Sir J. Pease, will be opposed by the Hon. Patrick Bowes-Lyon for the Conservatives
(paper, 1 folio)


Number not used


Plan showing layout of drainage at Greatwood, n.d., c.1886 No scale
(20 1/2 cm. x 20 1/2 cm., tracing paper, pencil, ink)


Copy of specifications for rain water tank for Mr. Jaques' house, Gainford, and draft letters from Adamson (to H.W. Chatters) concerning the above tanks, 1886
(paper, 1 folio)


Specifications for rainwater tank at Mr. Jaques' house, Gainford, n.d., c .1886
(paper, 1 folio)


Draft letter from Mr. Adamson to (H.W. Chatters, architect) concerning the progress of the work at Mr. Jaques ' house, 22 January 1886
(paper, 1 folio)


Estimates for Mr. Jaques rain water, soil and dry tanks, 5 February 1886 Endorsed: Part of account to the executors of Mr. Maude
(paper, 1 folio)


Notes concerning Mr. Jaques' drains and "estimate for No. 3 soil tank", 8 February 1886
(paper, 1 folio)


Plans and diagrams related to drainage at Greatwood showing layouts, sections of soil tank and water tank and drain, diagram of trap, with measurements by H.W.C., February 1886 Scale: 4 feet to 1 inch [1:48] (not to all diagrams, others no scale)
(60 cm. x 58 cm., tracing paper, ink, pencil)


Plans showing layouts of porch and landing at Mr. Jaques house, by H. W. Chatters, 13 February 1886 Scale: 4 feet to 1 inch [1:48]
(49 cm. x 37 cm., tracing paper, pencil, ink)


Plans showing details of w.c. at Mr. Jaques' house, by H.W. Chatters, 18 March 1886 Scales: 1.5 inches to 1 foot [1:8] and full size [1:1]
(60 cm. x 52 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


Plans showing details of bath and lavatory front at Mr. Jaques' house, with measurements, by H.W. Chatters, 18 March 1886 Scales: 1.5 inches to 1 foot [1:8] and full size [1:1]
(68 cm. x 50 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


Estimates for Mr. Jaques porch and south gate, 16 June 1886
(paper, 1 folio)


Plans showing elevations and details of gate at Mr. Jaques' house with measurements, by H. W. Chatters, 19 June 1886 Scale: 1" to 1" [1:1] for elevations full size [1:1] for details
(51 cm. x 25 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


Plans showing layout of roof and cross section of porch at Mr. Jaques' house, with measurements, by H.W. Chatters, 28 June 1886 Scale 1/2 inch to 1 foot [1:24]
(24 cm. x 21 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


Plans to show weathering to chimney stacks on west front of Mr. Jaques house at Gainford, n.d., c.1886 Scales: 1.5 inches to 1 foot [1:8] and full size [1:1]
(25 cm. x 38 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


Plans showing elevation of porch, sections of gables and eaves, plan of porch and details of posts, at Mr. Jaques ' house, with measurements, by H. W. Chatters, 28 June 1886 Scales: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12], 1/4 full size [1:4] and full size [1:1]
(76 cm. x 64 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


Account for alterations to Mr. Jaques' w.c., 1 October 1886
(paper, 1 folio)


Plan showing part of ground floor layout of [Mr. Jaques'] house, n.d., c .1886 No scale
(80 cm. x 38 cm., tracing paper, ink)


Rough notes and calculations concerning Mr. Jaques' house, n.d., c.1886
(paper, 3 folios)


List of extra work done by masons for Mr. Jaques, 1886
(paper, 1 file)


Account for extra work done by masons at Mr. Jaques', 1886
(paper, 1 file)


Copy of list of extra work done by joiner at Mr. Jaques', 1886
(paper, 1 file)


Memorandum of extra's for Mr. Jaques' house, 1886
(paper, 1 folio)


Various rough accounts for work done for Mr. Jaques by R. & S. Adamson, 1886-1887
(paper, 4 folios)


Copy of differences in Mr. Jaques' account, n.d., c.1886
(paper, 1 file)


List of jobs to be done at Mr. Jaques' house to complete and make satisfactory the work there, by H.W. Chatters, architect, 9 March 1887
(paper, 1 folio)


Letters from R.H. Jaques, Northgate House, Darlington, to R. S. Adamson concerning alleged errors in Adamsons accounts which Mr. Jaques declines to pay, 17 March 1887 and n.d.
(paper, 2 folios)


Memo of drainage work omitted from the account, extras sent to Messrs. Adamson by H.W. Chatters, 25 June 1887
(paper, 1 folio)


Bill from A. McGregor, general furnishing and builders' ironmonger, to R. & S. Adamson for goods and rough calculations at bottom of bill, July 1887
(paper, 1 folio)


Note regarding Mr. Jaques' account, note of cash paid to workmen, note of cash secured and beginning of an account to the Duke of Cleveland (crossed out), July - September 1887
(paper, 1 folio)


Extracts from contract agreement for building of Mr. Jaques' house, by H.W. Chatters, 18 October 1887
(paper, 1 folio)


List of jobs and memorandum about them (by H.W. Chatter, architect), 18 October 1887
(paper, 1 folio)


Plan copied from contract plan relating to Mr. Jaques' house, initialed H.W.C. showing layout of drainage with measurements, 18 October 1887 Scale: 16 feet to 1 inch [1:192]
(22 cm. x 32 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Draft letter from R. & S. Adamson (to H.W. Chatters) concerning his account for Mr. Jaques ' house, 20 December 1887
(paper, 1 folio)


Draft letter written at Gainford (by R. & S. Adamson to G. R. Gent) concerning the work at Mr. Jaques ' house, 20 December 1887
(paper, 1 folio)


Part of an account of work done and paid for and goods bought (by R. & S. Adamson for Mr. Jaques ' house), 1887
(paper, 1 folio)


"Copy of work in our account not accounted for by architect" by R. & S. Adamson in connection with Mr. Jaques ' house, c.1887, n.d.
(paper, 1 folio)


Account from R. & S. Adamson to Mr. Jaques for various small jobs done between February 1887 and December 1887, January 1888
(paper, 1 folio)


Letter from H.W. Chatters, Wicken Villa, Cheltenham, to R. & S. Adamson regarding the account for Mr. Jaques ' house and issue of architect' s Certificate for above work, in envelope addressed to R. & S. Adamson and marked 1888 re Jaques house extras, 7 April 1888
(paper, 2 folios)


Letter from H.W. Chatters, Cheltenham, to R. & S. Adamson concerning enclosures of various accounts and lists for the work done by Adamson at Mr. Jaques ' house, Gainford, 20 April 1888
(paper, 1 folio)


General statement of account for Mr. Jaques' house, Gainford, measurements and valuation of deviations from contract, by H.W. Chatters, architect, 20 April 1888
(paper, 1 file)

Construction of Garage, 1904 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/541-549)

Plans of a proposed motor house for Mr. R. H. Jaques, Darlington, showing 2 el evations, cross sections and layout with measurements, by Knight and Chatters, architects, Cheltenham, September 1904 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(64 cm. x 43 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


Specification for proposed motor house at Gainford, Darlington, for R. H. Jaques, Esq., by Knight and Chatters, architects, Cheltenham, October 1904
(paper, 1 booklet)


Plans showing detail of doors to Motor House for R. H. Jaques, Esq., Gainford, Darlington, by Knight and Chatters, architects, Cheltenham, October 1904 Scale: 1 foot to 1 inch [1:12]
(66 cm. x 48 cm., tracing paper, pencil, partially coloured)


Plan showing detail of barge board and finial for a "Motor house" at Darlington for R.H. Jaques, Esq., by Knight and Chatters, architects, Cheltenham, 4 October 1904 Scale: half size [1:2]
(29 cm. x 72 cm., tracing paper, pencil, partially coloured)


Plans of proposed motor house for Mr. R. H. Jaques showing elevations, cross sections and layout, by Knight and Chatters, architects, Cheltenham, October 1904 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(66 cm. x 50 cm., paper, ink, partially coloured)


List and cost of materials needed or used for Mr. Jaques' motor house, 27 October 1904
(paper, 1 folio)


Letter to R. & S. Adamson from John Wandless, slate merchant, being a tender to do the slating at motor house Gainford, 3 November 1904
(paper, 1 folio)


Plan showing detail (of ornamental plaster work), n.d., c.1904 No scale
(52 cm. x 32 1/2 cm., paper, pencil)


Various papers regarding Mr. Jaques' motor house, 1904, including: (1) Accounts from R. & S. Adamson for above motor house (2) List of disputed deductions to above accounts made by architect (3) Letters to Adamson from Mr. Jaques, (i) Enclosing payment (ii) Refusing to pay for items deducted by architect despite Adamson's repeated demands (4) Letters from Chatters and Smithson, architects, to Adamson regarding the motor house
(paper, 1 file)

Alterations to bedrooms, 1905 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/550-558)

Plans relating to alterations to servants bedrooms at Greatwood showing layouts and elevations, with measurements, 1905 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(40 cm. x 57 cm., paper, pencil)


Plans related to bedroom enlargement for R.H. Jaques, Esq., showing layout, section and elevation with measurement, 1905 Scale: 8 feet to 1 inch [1:96]
(56 cm. x 52 cm., paper, pencil)


Plans related to residence for Mr. R.H. Jaques at Gainford, shows, n.d., c .1905 Ground floor plan and section of footings Scales: 8 feet to 1 inch [1:96] and 1/2 inch to 1 foot [1:24]
(44 cm. x 38 cm., linen, ink, partially coloured)


Plans showing south elevation and cross section of Mr. Jaques' house at Gainford, 17 July 1905
(44 cm. x 27 cm., linen, ink, partially coloured)


Plan showing 1st floor layout of Mr. Jaques' house at Gainford with measurements, 17 July 1905
(34 cm. x 26 1/2 cm., linen, ink, partially coloured)


Estimate for "proposed enlargement of servant' s bedroom by extending same over passage for R. H. Jaques, Esq.", August 1905
(paper, 1 folio)


Rough sketch and notes by R.H. Jaques of house, 18 August 1905 No scale
(12 1/2 cm. x 10 1/2 cm., paper, ink)


Instruction leaflet for "Simplex lead glazing", n.d., c.1905
(paper, 1 folio, printed)


Sheet showing diagrams of how to use "Simplex lead glazing" from Grover & Co. Ltd., Brittania Works, Wharf Road, City Road, London, n.d., c.1905 Scales: full and half size [1:1] and [1:2]
(46 cm. x 18 cm., paper, printed, coloured)

Construction of Loggia, 1915 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/559-561)

Specification and costing for proposed Loggia for R.H. Jaques, Esq. at Greatwood, Gainford, 18 June 1915
(paper, 1 file, typescript)


Plans relating to "Loggia at Greatwood" for Mr. Jaques, with measurements, July 1915 No scale
(41 cm. x 23 cm., paper, pencil, ink)


Plan showing side elevation of Loggia at Greatwood for Mr. Jaques, n.d., c .1915 No scale
(34 cm. x 36 cm., paper, pencil, ink)

Installation of lift, 1915 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/562-568)

Letters to R. & S. Adamson from R.H. Jaques, Greatwood, Gainford, Geo. Denham & Co. Ltd. engineers, Darlington, and Thos. Walker & Co., timber merchant, West Hartlepool, regarding a lift to be installed for Mr. Jaques by Adamson with the engineering done by Denham & Co. and timber supplied by Walker, October 1915
(paper, 1 file)


Plans relating to the lift to be installed for Mr. Jaques by G. Denham & Co. Ltd., engineers, Darlington, c.1915, n.d. Scales: 1/2 inch to 1 foot [1:24] and 1/4 full size [1:24] and [1:4]
(70 cm. x 59 cm., tracing paper, pencil, partially coloured)


Plan of "hoist for Mr. Jaques, Gainford, being sectional plan of guide channel and casing" with measurements, by Geo. Denham & Co. Ltd. Ironfounders, Darlington, n.d., c.1915 Scale: 1/2 size [1:2]
(33 cm. x 40 cm., tracing paper, pencil, partially coloured)


Plans (related to Mr. Jaques' lift), n.d., c.1915 No scale
(64 cm. x 50 cm., paper, pencil)


Plans (relating to Mr. Jaques' lift), n.d., c.1915 Scale: half size [1:2]
(50 cm. x 34 cm., paper, pencil)


Plan related to Mr. Jaques' lift, n.d., c.1915 No scale
(50 cm. x 34 cm., paper, pencil)


Correspondence between Thos. Walker & Co., timber merchants, West Hartlepool, and R. & S. Adamson, concerning the cancellation of the order for the timber for Mr. Jaques lift due to the death of Mr. Jaques and other rough notes, October 1915
(paper, 5 folios)

 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/569-609)

Papers regarding work carried out for Henry Kitching of Great Ayton, comprising the construction of one, possibly two farmsteads, 1888 - 1891, the construction of a road to a farmstead, 1893, various repairs to Park Farm, 1895, erection of farm buildings, 1898- 99, construction of a hay shed, 1902, construction of calf boxes and gates at Park Farm, 1907, entrance gates to Park Farm, 1914

Construction of farmstead(s), 1888-1891


Specification of works to be done in erection of dwelling house at Gainford for H. Kitching according to plans drawn up by William Harbottle of Great Ayton, n.d., c.1888
(paper, 1 file)


Specification of work required in erection of farmstead at Gainford for Henry Kitching, n.d., c.1888
(paper, 1 file)


Specification of work to be done in erection of farmstead at Gainford for Henry Kitching, n.d., c.1888
(paper, 1 file)


Letter from William Harbottle, carpenter, Great Ayton, to R. & S. Adamson, concerning works to farmstead at Gainford, 21 August 1888
(paper, 1 folio)


Ground and first floor plan of house at Gainford for H. Kitching, n.d., c .1888 Scale: 1 inch to 8 feet [1:96]
(46 cm. x 34 cm., paper, ink, pencil)


Plan showing detail of roofing of a house for H. Kitching, n.d., c.1888 Scale: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12]
(52 cm. x 46 cm., paper, pencil)


Plan showing detail of door, n.d., c .1888
(48 cm. x 31 cm., linen, ink)


Plan showing detail of masonry, n.d., c.1888 Scale: full size [1:1]
(48 cm. x 38 cm., paper, pencil, partially coloured)


Plan showing details of windows of farmstead at Gainford, n.d., c.1888 Scale: 1/5 inch to 1 inch [1:5]
(50 cm. x 34 cm., paper, ink)


Bill from Whessoe Iron Foundry, Darlington, to R. & S. Adamson for goods bought, 11 October 1888
(paper, 1 folio)


Note of delivery of iron goods from the owners of Whessoe Foundry, Darlington, to R. & S. Adamson, 10 November 1888
(paper, 1 folio)


Calculations of R. & S. Adamson relating to works at property of H. Kitching, written on diary page dated October 1884, n.d., c.1888
(paper, 1 folio)


Account of R. & S. Adamson of work carried out for H. Kitching, December 1888
(paper, 1 folio)


Account of mason's extra work done at farmstead for H. Kitching, April 1889
(paper, 2 folios)


Copies of specification for construction of new road to farmstead of H. Kitching at Gainford, 24 May 1889
(paper, 2 folios)


Account of stone required by R. & S. Adamson for house of H. Kitching, n.d., c.1889
(paper, 1 folio)


Account of work done by T. Blacks at property of H. Kitching, n.d., c .1888
(paper, 2 folios)


Copy of bill from R. & S. Adamson to H. Kitching for extra work involved in erection of farmstead, June 1889
(paper, 1 folio)


Accounts of R. & S. Adamson relating to erection of outbuildings for H. Kitching, June 1889
(paper, 2 folios)


Copy of account of R. & S. Adamson relating to erection of farmstead f or H. Kitching, June 1889
(paper, 1 file)


Bill of R. & S. Adamson to H. Kitching for services, 1889
(paper, 1 file)


Account of work done by R. & S. Adamson for Henry Kitching in erection of farmstead, n.d., c.1889
(paper, 1 file)


Estimate of R. & S. Adamson for erection of farmstead at Gainford for H. Kitching, n.d., c.1889
(paper, 1 file)


Estimate of R. & S. Adamson of extra work required in construction of farmstead for H. Kitching, n.d., c.1889
(paper, 1 file)


Plan of farm buildings at Gainford of H. Kitching, shows sections, elevations and ground plan, n.d., c.1890 Scale: 1 inch to 8 feet [1:96]
(46 cm. x 36 cm., linen, ink, partially coloured)


Plan of farm buildings at Gainford of H. Kitching, shows elevations, sections and ground plan, n.d., c.1890 Scale: 1/2 inch to 1 foot [1:24]
(36 cm. x 48 cm., linen, ink)


Plan showing details of masonry work, n.d., c.1890 No scale
(48 cm. x 32 cm., linen, ink)


Plan showing detail of door head, n.d., c.1890 Scale: full size [1:1]
(46 cm. x 32 cm., linen, ink)


Tender from John Wandless, slater, Darlington, to Robert Adamson for slating work required at farmhouse at Gainford, 19 May 1890
(paper, 1 folio)


Copy of tender of R. & S. Adamson to W. Harbottle for construction of house at Gainford for H. Kitching, 24 May 1890
(paper, 1 folio)


Correspondence from William Harbottle, joiner and horticultural builder, Great Ayton, to Robert Adamson, c oncerning work to be carried out at dwelling at Gainford for H. Kitching, 1 June 1890 - 18 August 1891
(paper, 1 bundle)


Tenders for slating work required at house at Gainford from R. Mascall, Middlesbrough, and J. & G. Wharton, Darlington, also estimate from Johnson and Maw, Tees Brick and Tile Co. for supply of bricks to R. & S. Adamson, 19 May - 3 June 1890
(paper, 1 file)


Tender from T. Bryans to R. & S. Adamson for bricklaying work needed, 16 July 1890
(paper, 1 folio)


Postcard from John Wandless to R. Adamson concerning delivery of goods to Gainford Station, 12 December 1890
(paper, 1 folio)


Templates of number 6, 8 and 0, n.d., c.1890
(Cardboard, 3 items)


Copy of account of R. & S. Adamson relating to work carried out for H. Kitching, 1890
(paper, 1 file)


List of extra work required in erection of farmstead for H. Kitching, n.d., c.1890
(paper, 1 folio)


Letter from H. Kitching, Darlington, to R. Adamson, concerning work done at property at Gainford by R. Adamson, n.d., c.1890
(paper, 1 folio)


Correspondence from Webb & Co., Worcester, to R. & S. Adamson concerning supply of tiles, 18 March - 15 May 1891
(paper, 4 folios)


Copy of account of R. & S. Adamson relating to work carried out for H. Kitching, 1891
(paper, 1 file)


Account of work done by R. & S. Adamson in erection of farm buildings for H. Kitching, 1891
(paper, 1 file)

Construction of roads, 1893 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/610-611)

Plan showing proposed road to farmstead erected for H. Kitching, n.d., c .1893 No scale
(36 cm. x 28 cm., paper, pencil)


Various letters, tenders and notes of R. & S. Adamson relating to construction of roads for H. Kitching at Gainford including tenders from Brand of South Bank; C. Calvert, stone merchant, Melsonby, and Kent and Brydon, seed merchants, Darlington, 10 - 30 October 1893
(paper, 1 file)

Repairs to Park Farm, 1895 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/612-617(i))

Schedule of repairs to be carried out at Gainford Park Farm, 15 March 1895
(paper, 1 file)


Estimate of R. & S. Adamson for repairs to be carried out at Park Farm, Gainford, for H. Kitching, 20 March 1895
(paper, 1 file)


Plan showing front and back elevations of dwelling, n.d., c.1895
(50 cm. x 35 cm., paper, ink, partially coloured)


Plan showing section and elevations of dwelling, n.d., c.1895
(56 cm. x 34 cm., paper, ink, partially coloured)


Rough plans of R. & S. Adamson of room layouts, n.d., c.1895 Endorsed: Section of printed plan of Liverpool railway
(48 cm. x 18 cm., paper, pencil)


Plan showing detail of door head, n.d., c.1895
(52 cm. x 34 cm., paper, ink, partially coloured)


Copy of account relating to Gainford Park Farm of H. Kitching, June 1895
(paper, 1 booklet)

Construction of farm buildings, 1898-1899 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/618-636)

Copy of bill of quantities, drawn up by Clark and Moscrop for erection of byre at Gainford for H. Kitching, July 1898
(paper, 1 file)


Plan showing section, elevations and ground plan of farm buildings at Gainford of H. Kitching, n.d., c.1898 Scale: 1 inch to 8 feet [1:96]
(28 cm. x 61 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


Plan showing elevations and ground plan of cow byre, drawn by W. Harbottle for H. Kitching, n.d., c.1898 Scale: 1 inch to 8 feet [1:96]
(52 cm. x 36 cm., ink)


Estimate and particulars of R. & S. Adamson, relating to construction of calf boxes at property of H. Kitching, also calculations of R. Adamson, n.d., c.1898
(paper, 1 file)


Calculations of R. & S. Adamson on bill from Wallis & Son, tailors, Darlington, 30 June 1899
(paper, 1 folio)


Bill of quantities of addition of October cow byre to property of Henry Kitching from Clark and Moscrop, architects, Darlington, 1899
(paper, 1 folio)


Specification of work required in extension of cow byre at farm buildings at Gainford for H. Kitching, according, October 1899
(paper, 1 file)


Correspondence from Clark and Moscrop, architects, Darlington, to R. & S. Adamson relating to alterations and additions to Mr. Kitchings farm, 13 October 1899 - 21 April 1900
(paper, 6 folios)


Plan showing layout and elevation of outbuildings at H. Kitchings property, n.d., c.1899
(50 cm. x 34 cm., paper, ink, pencil)


Tender of R. & S. Adamson for erection of farm buildings for H. Kitching, n.d., c.1899
(paper, 1 file)


Notes of R . & S. Adamson concerning purchase of stone from Gainford Quarry, 24 October 1899
(paper, 1 folio)


List of timber required to be delivered at Gainford Station, 24 October 1899
(paper, 1 folio)


Receipt from C. Kite & Co., heating engineers, London, for order by R. & S. Adamson, 11 November 1899
(paper, 1 folio)


Letter from Clark and Moscrop, Darlington, to R. & S. Adamson concerning erection of cow byre for H. Kitching, 11 November 1899
(paper, 1 folio)


Letter from Clark and Moscrop, architect, Darlington, to R. & S. Adamson, concerning works carried out at house of H. Kitching, 1 December 1899
(paper, 1 folio)


Note of enclosure from A. & J. Main & Co. to R. & S. Adamson, concerning plan of iron roof, n.d., c.1899
(paper, 1 folio)


Plan from A. J. Main and Co., Clydesdale Ironworks, of iron curved roof, n.d., c.1899 No scale
(60 cm. x 36 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


Publication of prices of bar hurdles and railings from A. & J. Main & Co. Ltd., Clydesdale Ironworks, Glasgow, March 1899
(paper, 1 folio)


Notes of R. & S. Adamson relating to window frames and door frames at proposed byre of H. Kitching, n.d., c.1899
(paper, 1 folio)

Construction of Hay Shed, 1902 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/637-643)

Plan of proposed hay shed at Gainford for Henry Kitching, J.P., 1902 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:4]
(56 cm. x 38 cm., paper, pencil)


Part of plan showing elevation of one-storey building, n.d., c.1902
(15 cm. x 8 cm., paper, ink)


(1) Letters to R. & S. Adamson, Gainford, being tenders and quotations to supply materials for a roof, 8, 10 and 14 May 1902 Correspondents include: (i) A. & J. Main & Co. Ltd., Clydesdale Ironworks, Glasgow (ii) Hill & Smith, Bridge & Roofing Dept., Brierly Hill, Staffordshire (iii) Sykes & Co., ironmongers, Darlington (iv) Francis Morton & Co. Ltd., engineers, Liverpool (v) Thos. Walker & Co. timber merchants, West Hartlepool (vi) The Cleveland Timber Yards, Middlesborough (vii) John W. Watson, timber merchant, Stockton-on-Tees (2) List of weights of wire netting available from A.J. Main & Co. (3) Acknowledgement of enquiry from Measures Bros., London
(paper, 1 file)


Quotations of prices for iron roofing from Measures Bros. Ltd., London, and Francis Morton & Co. Ltd., Liverpool, to R. & S. Adamson, 10 - 21 May 1902
(paper, 1 file)


Copy of tender from R. & S. Adamson to H. Kitching for erection of hay shed, 15 May 1902
(paper, 1 folio)


Calculations and notes of R. & S. Adamson relating to erection of hay shed for H. Kitching, n.d., c.1902
(paper, 5 folios)


Rough notes and sketch regarding corrugated roof, n.d., c.1902 Endorsed: Part of election poster with rough calculations
(paper, 1 folio)

Construction of calf boxes and gates, 1907 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/644-645)

Specification for construction of calf boxes and gates at Park Farm for G. Harrison, 6 December 1907
(paper, 1 folio)


Plan showing elevations, section and ground plan of calf boxes at Park Farm, n.d., c.1907 Scale: 1 inch to 8 feet [1:96]
(36 cm. x 24 cm., tracing paper, pencil)

Construction of entrance gates, 1914 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/646-648)

Plan drawn by R. & S. Adamson of entrance gate at Park Farm for H. Kitching, August 1914 No scale
(56 cm. x 25 cm., paper, pencil)


Plan of entrance gate at Park Farm August for H. Kitching, 1914 No scale
(40 cm. x 24 cm., tracing paper, ink)


Template to show pitch of H. Kitching's roof, November 1899
(cardboard, 1 folio)

 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/649-652)

Papers regarding alterations to Miss Atkinsons house, 1891 and 1898 - 1903

Alterations, 1891


Various papers relating to alterations for Miss Atkinson' s house, including specifications, a cost account, letters from Miss Atkinson, letters from Clark and Moscrop, architects, Darlington, a notice of delivery and correspondence from suppliers, 1891
(paper, 2 files, 1 bundle)


Plan showing details of sill in dining room, n.d., c.1891 No scale
(26 cm. x 36 cm., tracing paper, ink, part coloured)


Plan showing back elevation and section, by Clark & Moscrop, architects, Darlington, n.d., c.1891 No scale
(27 cm. x 41 cm., linen, ink, partially coloured)


Plan showing fireplace jambs, n.d., c.1891 No scale
(36 cm. x 29 cm., tracing paper, ink, part coloured)

Alterations 1898 - 1903 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/653-685)

Plans relating to the work to be done for Miss Atkinson, showing street layout and drainage, 1898 Scale: 16 feet to 1 inch [1:192]
(33 cm. x 80 cm., paper, pencil)


Correspondence between Miss M.E. Atkinson and R. & S. Adamson, concerning alterations at two houses at Gainford, 28 November - 7 December 1899
(paper, 1 file)


Cost account for Miss Atkinson's alterations, December 1899
(paper, 1 file, 1 folio)


Letter from Thomas Peak e "of the tileries" Tunstall, Stoke-on-Trent, concerning a rise in prices of his products, 5 December 1899
(paper, 1 folio)


Letters from Miss E. Atkinson, Gainford, to Mr. R. Adamson concerning the work being done by Mr. Adamson installing her bathroom, 8 December, 1899 - 23 March, 1900
(paper, 4 folios)


Plans of the proposed alterations for Miss Atkinson, showing cross section, ground and first floor layouts with measurements, n.d., c.1900 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(57 cm. x 44 cm., paper, pencil)


Plan of proposed alteration to Miss Atkinson' s house at Gainford, showing elevation and section with measurements, n.d., c.1900 Scale: 1 foot to 1 inch [1:12]
(45 cm. x 40 cm., thick paper, ink, partially coloured)


Notice of carriage of North Eastern Railway (to R. & S. Adamson) concerning plumbing material from Mr. Smith, plumber, n.d., c.1900
(paper, 1 folio)


Ground plan and first floor layout of a house, showing positions of doors and windows, n.d., c.1900
(38 cm. x 21 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Diagrams of room layouts (one a bathroom with positions of doors marked), n.d., c.1900 Endorsed: Part of map of Liverpool showing Cross-Mersey Railway
(48 cm. x 44 cm., paper, pencil)


Specifications for Miss Atkinson's proposed bathroom, n.d., c.1900
(paper, 1 folio)


Rough sketch with measurements on, n.d., c.1900
(22 cm. x 18 cm., paper, pencil)


Draft plan (by R. & S. Adamson) of proposed new stairs for Miss Atkinson, n.d., c.1900 Scale: 3/4 inch to 1 foot [1:16]
(23 cm. x 30 cm., paper, pencil)


Rough notes on cost of bathroom fittings, n.d., c.1900
(paper, 1 folio)


Street plan of properties belonging to Miss Atkinson, n.d., c.1900 Scale: 1 inch to 16 feet [1:192]
(27 cm. x 31 cm., tracing paper, two inks)


Plan of bathroom layout showing measurements, n.d., c.1900 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(16 cm. x 27 cm., paper, ink)


Plan by R. & S. Adamson, Gainford, of drainage and sewage system at property owned by Miss Atkinson at Gainford, n.d., c.1900 Scale: 1 inch to 8 feet [1:96] and 1 inch to 16 feet
(70 cm. x 42 cm., linen, 2 inks)


Draft account (of R. & S. Adamson) relating to plumbing materials, n.d., c.1900
(paper, 1 folio)


Two copies of trade cards of W.S. Merrikin, paint, colour and varnish manufacturer, Hull, presented by A.E. Poole, n.d., c.1900
(paper, 2 folios)


Specifications and cost of fittings for Miss Atkinson's alterations, n.d., c.1900
(paper, 1 folio)


Note requesting firewood (from Miss Atkinson), n.d., c.1900
(paper, 1 folio)


Plan showing layout of a bathroom and lavatory with measurements, n.d., c .1900 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(19 cm. x 12 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Note from someone called Atkinson apologising for having opened a letter in error, n.d., c.1900
(paper, 1 folio)


Postcards to R. & S. Adamson concerning orders and delivery of goods. Correspondents include: Locke Blackett Ltd., Newcastle, Young & Marten Ltd., Stratford, E. London, Lear & Sons, Darlington, and Miss Atkinson, Newcastle, 9 December 1899 - 30 January 19 00
(cardboard, 4 folios)


Letters from Miss E. Atkinson, Newcastle, to Mr. Adamson concerning her return to her house, 11 January 1900
(paper, 2 folios)


Rough accounts and memo's of R. & S. Adamson relating to Miss Atkinson' s alterations, n.d.
(paper, 1 file)


Accounts of R. & S. Adamson of materials from various merchants, including Sykes & Co., Locke Blackett & Co., Young & Marten, Atkinsons, 15 January 1900
(paper, 1 file)


Correspondence from Young & Marten Ltd., Caledonian Works, Stratford, London, concerning the supply of sanitary earthenware to R. & S. Adamson, Gainford, 16 to 30 January 1900
(paper, 5 folios)


Postcard of Miss Atkinson to R. Adamson, Gainford, concerning her visit to Gainford, 19 January 1900
(paper, 1 folio)


Letters from Miss Atkinson, 5 Usborne Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, to R. & S. Adamson, concerning alterations to her bathroom and lavatory, 26 to 29 January 1900
(paper, 3 folios)


Letter from Miss E. Atkinson, 2 Beverley Terrace, Allercoats, to Mr. Adamson, concerning the preparation of a house for her return following some work done by Adamson, 12 February 1900
(paper, 1 folio)


Plans of a house at Gainford belonging to Miss Atkinson, showing ground plan, first floor plan cross section and elevations, with measurements, by Clark & Moscrop, architects, Darlington, 1903 Scale: 8 feet to 1 inch [1:96]
(68 cm. x 51 cm., paper, ink)


Plans by Clark & Moscrop, architects, at Darlington, relating to alterations to Miss Atkinson ' s house at Gainford, shows ground and first floor layout and back elevations, February 1903 Scale: 1 inch to 8 feet [1:96]
(3 folios, 48 cm. x 38 cm.; 33 cm. x 48 cm., both tracing paper, ink, partially coloured and 41 cm. x 57 cm., paper, pencil, and ink)

 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/686-690)

Papers regarding work carried out for the Edleston family comprising alterations to property owned by the Rev. Joseph Edleston and tenanted by Mr. F. Atkinson, John Hall and Mrs. Taylor, 1893-1895; the rebuilding of Gainford Cross for the Rev. J. Edles ton 1889; the construction of a house for Robert Holmes Edleston, 1904-1905; miscellaneous papers for R.H. Edleston, 1908; additions and alterations to the house, 1909-1914; the construction of a garage and outbuildings, 1910; the construction of a new vi lla for Miss Alice Edleston, 1910-1911; alterations to properties occupied by Mrs. Wilson and Mrs. Dean and owned by R.H. Edleston, 1915; alterations to cottage at Hill House occupied by T. Peacock and Battery House of H.L. Fife, 1929; cowshed at Burn Hou se, 1929

Alterations to cottage occupied by Mr. F. Atkinson, 1893


Specification for proposed alterations to cottage occupied by Mr. F. Atkinson and owned by Dr. Edleston, 1893
(paper, 1 file)


Ground plan of cottage of Dr. Edleston, occupied by F. Atkinson, n.d., c .1893
(22 cm. x 17 cm., paper, pencil)


Plan showing section of cottage of Dr. Edleston occupied by F. Atkinson, n.d., c.1893
(11 cm. x 16 cm., paper, pencil)


Estimate of R. & S. Adamson for proposed alterations to cottage of Dr. Edleston, occupied by F. Atkinson, n.d., c.1894
(paper, 1 file)


Ground plan of cottage occupied by F. Atkinson at Gainford,, n.d. c .1894 Scale: 1 inch to 8 feet [1:96]
(34 cm. x 21 cm., paper, pencil)

Alterations to cottage occupied by John Hall, 1894 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/691-693)

Sketch of layout of dwelling (occupied by John Hall at Gainford and owned by Dr. Edleston), n.d., c.1894 Scale: 1 inch to 8 feet [1:96]
(25 cm. x 20 cm., paper, pencil)


Bill of quantities and specification for alterations to cottage occupied by John Hall at Gainford, for Dr. J. Edleston. Includes calculations of R. & S. Adamson, April 1894
(paper, 1 file)


Plan showing elevation, ground and first floor layout and section of house at Gainford, occupied by John Hall and owned by Dr. Edleston, n.d, c.1894
(44 cm. x 42 cm., tracing paper, pencil)

Alterations to property occupied by Mrs. Taylor, 1895 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/694-697)

Bill of quantities for alterations to property occupied by Mr. Taylor and owned by Rev. Mr. Edleston, n.d., c.1895
(paper, 1 folio)


Plan showing elevations of cottage at Gainford, occupied by Mrs. Taylor and owned by Dr. J. Edleston, n.d., c.1895 Scale: 1 inch to 8 feet [1:96]
(28 cm. x 36 cm., tracing paper, ink)


Plan, drawn by R. & S. Adamson showing elevations of cottage at Gainford, occupied by Mrs. Taylor, n.d., c.1895 Scale: 1 inch to 8 feet [1:96]
(54 cm. x 72 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


Plan showing elevations and layouts of Mrs. Taylor's house, n.d., c .1895 Endorsed: Plans of pair of unidentified cottages No scale
(46 cm. x 58 cm., paper, ink)

Rebuilding of Gainford Cross, 1899 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/698-699)

Specifications for and calculations concerning rebuilding of Gainford Cross for G.H. Edleston, Esq., the Vicarage, Gainford, March 1899
(paper, 1 file, 3 folios)


Plans of Gainford Cross showing ground plan and elevation with measurements, n.d., c.1899
(42 cm. x 34 cm., paper, pencil)

Construction of house for R.H. Edleston, 1904 - 1905 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/700-778)

Copy of estimate for erection of house at Gainford for R. Edleston, drawn up by E.G. Besant, architect, Cambridge, April 1904
(paper, 1 booklet)


Copy of specification for erection of house at Gainford for R.H. Edleston, according to drawings and instructions of E.G. Besant, architect, Cambridge, June 1904
(paper, 1 booklet)


Plans of proposed house at Gainford for R. Edleston, Esq., showing ground, first floor and cellar layouts, cross s ections and roof plan, with measurements, by E. G. Besant, 2 June 1904 Scale: 8 feet to 1 inch [1:96]
(64 cm. x 46 cm., paper, ink, coloured)


Plans of proposed house at Gainford for R. Edleston, Esq., showing 4 elevations, by E.G. Besant, 2 June 1904 Scale: 8 feet to 1 inch [1:96]
(58 cm. x 40 cm., paper, ink)


Plan showing section from the site to church yard, n.d., c.1904 Scale: Horizontal: 1 inch to 30 feet [1:360]; Vertical: 1 inch to 8 feet [1:96]
(76 cm. x 26 cm., paper, pencil)


Draft plan of ground and first floor of house for R.H. Edleston, n.d., c .1904
(38 cm. x 28 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Plans of house showing elevations, cross sections and roof plan, n.d., c .1904
(52 cm. x 36 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


Plans of house showing layouts and elevations, with measurements, n.d., c .1904
(52 cm. x 38 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


Plans showing layout and elevations (of Edleston's house at Gainford), n.d., c.1904 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(66 cm. x 48 cm., paper, ink, pencil)


Plan showing details of stone dimensions for rooms at house at Gainford for R.H. Edleston, n.d., c.1904
(60 cm. x 40 cm., tracing paper, ink, pencil)


Diagrams by R. Adamson of fireplace, with measurements, n.d., c.1904
(29 cm. x 36 cm., paper, pencil)


List of prices of R. & S. Adamson of hardware for house at Gainford for R.H. Edleston, n.d., c.1904
(paper, 1 folio)


Calculations of R. & S. Adamson of size of door, n.d., c.1904
(paper, 1 folio)


Booklet of R. & S. Adamson of prices schedules, orders, etc., relating to erection of house at Gainford for R.H. Edleston, n.d., c.1904
(paper, 1 booklet)


Comparison of timber prices of T. Walker, West Hartlepool, and W. Brown, Darlington, n.d., c.1904
(paper, 3 folios)


Schedule of R. & S. Adamson, relating to steel joists at house at Gainford for R.H. Edleston, n.d., c.1904
(paper, 1 folio)


Schedule of doors constructed at house at Gainford for R.H. Edleston, n.d., c.1904
(paper, 1 file)


Quotations of prices from Wm. Brown & Sons, Darlington, T. Walker & Co. Ltd., West Hartlepool, J. & T. Brown, West Hartlepool, and Portobello Lane Timber Yard, Sunderland, 14 June - 3 November 1904
(paper, 1 file)


Quotations of prices from Wm. Brown & Sons, Darlington, T. Walker & Co. Ltd., West Hartlepool, J. & T. Brown, West Hartlepool, and Portobello Lane Timber Yard, Sun derland, 14 June to 3 November 1904
(paper, 1 file)


Quotations of prices of stone from John Thompson, Barnard Castle; George Harrison, Darlington; Scotgate Ash Stone Co. Ltd., Leeds, to R. & S. Adamson, 14 June - 19 Septe mber 1904
(paper, 1 file)


Quotations of prices of stone from John Thompson, Barnard Castle; George Harrison, Darlington; Scotgate Ash Stone Co. Ltd., Leeds, to R. & S. Adamson, 14 June to 19 September 1904
(paper, 1 file)


Account books of R. & S. Adamson for erection of house at Gainford for R.H. Edleston, June 1904
(paper, 2 booklets)


Account books of R. & S. Adamson for erection of house at Gainford for R.H. Edleston, June 1904
(paper, 2 booklets)


Copy of articles of agreement and conditions of contract between R. & S. Adamson and R. Edleston for erection of house and outbuilding at Gainford, 10 August 1904
(paper, 1 folio)


Copy of articles of agreement and conditions of contract between R. & S. Adamson and R. Edleston for erection of house and outbuilding at Gainford, 10 August 1904
(paper, 1 folio)


Plans showing details of garden entrance, by E.G. Besant, 20 August 1904 Scale: full size [1:1]
(74 cm. x 58 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


Plans showing details of garden entrance, by E.G. Besant, 20 August 1904 Scale: full size [1:1]
(74 cm. x 58 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


Plans showing details of entrance at Gainford, with measurements by E.G. Besant, 20 August 1904 Scale: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12]
(74 cm. x 56 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


Plans showing details of entrance at Gainford, with measurements, by E.G. Besant, 20 August 1904 Scale: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12]
(74 cm. x 56 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


"Particulars of digging and of concrete foundations" for house at Gainford for R. Edleston, 23 August 1904
(paper, 1 folio)


"Particulars of digging and of concrete foundations" for house at Gainford for R. Edleston, 23 August 1904
(paper, 1 folio)


Abstracts of materials and labour of R. & S. Adamson relating to house at Gainford for R.H. Edleston, 26 August 1904
(paper, 2 booklets)


Detail of inner hall with measurements, by E.G. Besant. N.B. Note on this sketch refers to plan dated 22 August, 1904, 27 August 1904
(26 cm. x 24 cm., tracing paper, ink)


Plans showing details of drawing and dining room windows, by E.G. Besant, 5 September 1904 Scale: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12]
(78 cm. x 52 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


Plan showing detail of windows, 5 September 1904 Scal e: full size [1:1]
(72 cm. x 54 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


Plans showing details of windows to North Front, with measurements by E.G. Besant, 10 September 1904 Scale: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12]
(76 cm. x 56 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


Plans showing details of stone-work to porch of house at Gainford, by E.G. Besant, 13 September 1904 Scale: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12]
(70 cm. x 56 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


Plans showing details of front entrance, with measurements, by E.G. Besant, 20 September 1904 Scale: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12]
(78 cm. x 54 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


"Details of front door, etc.", for house at Gainford, by E.G. Besant, 20 September 1904 Scale: full size [1:1]
(48 cm. x 46 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


Plans of windows to bedrooms over dining and drawing rooms on the south front of a house at Gainford, with measurements, 24 September 1904 Scale: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12]
(74 cm. x 58 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


"Full size details to windows first floor south front" by E.G. Besant, 24 September 1904 Scale: full size [1:1]
(72 cm. x 58 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


Plan of Lintel, n.d., c.1904
(38 cm. x 12 cm., tracing paper, ink)


Diagram of window fastening, n.d., c.1904
(20 cm. x 8 cm., tracing paper, ink)


Diagrams of window bars for Joseph Beale, n.d., c.1904
(24 cm. x 36 cm., paper, pencil)


Quotations of prices from Fred Verity & Son, ironmongers, Leeds, 19-21 October 1904
(paper, 1 file)


Diagram of arches at Gainford with measurements, by E.G. Besant, 18 October 1904 Scale: 1/2 inch to 1 foot [1:24]
(74 cm. x 52 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


Diagram of inner hall girders, by E.G. Besant, 21 October and 29 October 1904 Scale: 1/2 inch to 1 foot [1:24] Also small inset plan taped on
(38 cm. x 28 cm., tracing paper, ink and 8 cm. x 10 cm., tracing paper, ink)


Plans of side window in hall at Gainford with measurements, by E.G. Besant, 21 October 1904 Scale: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12]
(30 cm. x 36 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


Plan showing details of roof trusses at house at Gainford, with measurements, by E.G. Besant, 31 October 1904 Scale: 1/2 inch to 1 foot [1:24]
(70 cm. x 52 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


Plans showing quoins, n.d., c .1904 Scale: 3/4 inch to 1 foot [1:16] Includes on reverse cover to wallpaper catalogue of 1903
(37 cm. x 25 cm. cardboard, ink)


Plan showing first floor joists, with measurements, n.d., c.1904 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(46 cm. x 56 cm., linen, ink, partially coloured)


Plan showing detail of chimney for house at Gainford for R.H. Edleston, 31 October 1904 Scale: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12] and full size [1:1]
(58 cm. x 42 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


"Detail of double window in servants bedrooms at Gainford by E.G. Besant, 31 October 1904 Scale: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12] and full size [1:1] (43 cm. x 50 cm., tracing paper, ink,


Plan of drains at proposed house at Gainford for R. Edleston, Esq., 2 November 1904 Scale: 25 feet to 1 inch [1:300]
(74 cm. x 57 cm., tracing paper, ink)


Plan showing cross section of drain, with measurements, n.d., c.1904 Scales: Horizontal: 16 feet to 1 inch [1:192]; Vertical: 4 feet to 1 inch [1:48]
(104 cm. x 33 cm., paper, pencil)


Plan (showing details of drains), n.d., c.1904 Scale: 25 feet to 1 inch [1:300]
(70 cm. x 46 cm., irregular, tracing paper, pencil)


Plans showing details of folding doors at Gainford, with measurements, by E.G. Besant, 12 November 1904
(68 cm. x 50 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


Plans showing details of window bars at house at Gainford, 19 November 1904 Scale: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12]
(32 cm. x 36 cm., tracing paper, ink)


Diagram of skirtings at Gainford, by E.G. Besant, 19 November 1904 Scale: full size
(40 cm. x 42 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


Plans showing details of doors in house at Gainford, by E.G. Besant, 1 December 1904 Scale: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12] and full size [1:1]
(68 cm. x 52 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


Plan of proposed house at Gainford for R.H. Edleston, n.d., c.1905 Scale: 1 inch to 8 feet [1:96]
(54 cm. x 38 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Plan drawn by E.G. Besant showing detail of cornice in hall of house of R.H. Edleston, 13 January 1905 Scale: 1.5 inch to 1 foot [1:16] and full size [1:1]
(74 cm. x 54 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


Longitudinal section through hall and staircase showing details of house at Gainford, by E.G. Besant, 13 January 1905 Scale: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12]
(74 cm. x 56 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


Plan drawn by E.G. Besant showing details of staircase of house at Gainford of R.H. Edleston, 13 January 1905 Scale: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12]
(72 cm. x 54 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


Plans showing details of plasterwork in hall in house at Gainford, by E.G. Besant, 13 January 1905 Scale: full size [1:1]
(70 cm. x 50 cm., tracing paper, ink)


Plans showing details of staircase in house at Gainford, by E.G. Besant, 13 January 1905 Scale: full size
(76 cm. x 88 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


"Details of cornices etc.", by E.G. Besant, 31 January 1905 Scale: full size
(62 cm. x 56 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


Details of ornamental mouldings, with measurements, n.d., c.1904 No scale
(14 cm. x 34 cm., tracing paper, ink)


Plan of cornice for dining and drawing room of house at Gainford for R.H. Edleston, n.d., c.1904 No scale
(21 cm. x 22 cm., tracing paper, ink, pencil)


Plan showing detail of skylight at Gainford, by E.G. Besant, 18 February 1905 Scale: 1/2 inch to 1 foot [1:24]
(25 cm. x 38 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


Draft plan of R. & S. Adamson showing details of foundations (for house at Gainford), 17 April 1905 No scale
(74 cm. x 40 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Photograph of font, n.d., c.1905
(11 cm. x 15 cm., paper)


Plan of proposed wall at property of R.H. Edleston, March 1905 No scale
(52 cm. x 20 cm., paper, ink)


Plans showing details of east window to drawing room in house at Gainford, by E.G. Besant, 23 March 1905 Scale: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12] and full size [1:1]
(68 cm. x 56 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


Plans showing details of main staircase and cement skirting to cloaks etc. at Gainford house, by E.G. Besant, 27 May 1905 Scale: full size [1:1]
(37 cm. x 44 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


Detail of decorative moulding, 31 May 1905 No scale
(20 cm. x 20 cm., tracing paper, ink)


Detail of cornices, by E.G. Besant, 1 June 1905 No scale
(15 cm. x 18 cm., tracing paper, ink)


Diagrams showing details of panelling under staircase at Gainford house, by E.G. Besant, 14 June 1905 Scale: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12]
(76 cm. x 38 cm., tracing paper, ink)


Plan showing details of fireplace and window at dwelling of R.H. Edleston, n.d., c.1905 No scale
(64 cm. x 56 cm., paper, pencil)


Calculations of R. & S. Adamson, relating to alterations and additions to be carried out at property of R.H. Edleston, n.d., c.1905
(paper, 1 folio)


Correspondence from Sykes & Co. ironmongers, Darlington, concerning supply of materials to R. & S. Adamson, also note of R. & S. Adamson, 10-30 June 1905
(paper, 1 file)


Plan drawn by E.G. Besant showing stair-case panelling at house of R.H. Edleston, 14 June 1905 Scale: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12] and full size [1:1]
(58 cm. x 50 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


Plan showing details of chimney pieces for house at Gainford, by E.G. Beasant, with measurements, 5 July 1905 Scale: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12]
(76 cm. x 52 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


Amended detail of front door, 27 July 1905 Scale: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12]
(28 cm. x 35 cm., tracing paper, ink)


Plan showing elevation of gates for property of R.H. Edleston, September 1905 Scale: 1/2 inch to 1 foot [1:24]
(34 cm. x 24 cm., paper, ink)


Diagram belonging to R. & S. Adamson, Gainford (of plaster work mouldings), with measurements, 5 September 1905 No scale
(23 cm. x 50 cm., tracing paper, ink)

Miscellaneous papers relating to work for R.H. Edleston, 1908-1909 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/779-783)

Copy of order of R. & S. Adamson of timber from John Watson and Thomas Walker, 8 March 1908 to 6 July 1909 Endorsed: Bill from John Dove and Co. Ltd. to R. & S. Adamson
(paper, 1 folio)


Lists of timber prices and measurements of R. & S. Adamson, n.d., c .1909 Endorsed: Application forms for ordinary shares of Associated Portland Cement Manufactures Ltd.
(paper, 1 file)


Calculations of R. & S. Adamson on envelope addressed to them at Gainford from London, 26 May 1908


Calculations of R. & S. Adamson, 8 April 1909
(paper, 1 folio)


Plan of font by R. & S. Adamson for R.H. Edleston, 8 April 1909 Scale: 2 inch to 1 foot [1:6]
(54 cm. x 35 cm., paper, pencil)

Alterations to house, 1909 - 1914 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/784-796)

Bills of quantities, drawn up by Frank Martin, architect, Darlington, for alterations and additions to property at Gainford for R.H. Edleston, Cambridge, June 1909
(paper, 3 files)


Specification for alterations and additions to residence at Gainford for R.H. Edleston, June 1909
(paper, 1 file)


Correspondence from John W. Watson, timber and slate merchant, Stockton-on-Tees, to R. & S. Adamson concerning supply of timber, 15 June - 7 August 1909
(paper, 1 file)


Specification for alterations and additions to residence at Gainford for R.H. Edleston and notes of R. & S. Adamson concerning materials and work to be done, July to 23 September 1909
(paper, 1 file)


Correspondence from Frank Martin, architect, Darlington, to R. & S. Adamson, concerning alterations and additions to property at Gainford for R.H. Edleston, 16 to 26 October 1909
(paper, 2 folios)


Plan of proposed dormer windows for residence of R.H. Edleston at Gainford, 30 October 1909 Scale: 1 inch to 8 feet [1:96]
(54 cm. x 32 cm., linen, ink, partially coloured)


Letter from Frank Martin, architect, Darlington, to R.H. Edleston, Gainford, concerning the design of proposed dormers for residence at Gainford, 1 November 1909
(paper, 1 folio)


Plan showing elevation of memorial stone, drawn by R. & S. Adamson for R.H. Edleston, also calculation, 1 March 1910
(18 cm. x 20 cm., paper, pencil)


Quotations of prices from various firms to R. & S. Adamson, including: T. Walker & Co. Ltd., timber merchant, West Hartlepool; John Street Saw Mills, West Hartlepool; J.W. Watson, timber merchant, Stockton; Denham & Sons, Ironfounders and the Darlington C onstruction Co., Darlington, 16 April to 2 May 1910
(paper, 1 file)


Quotation of prices of timber from Sykes & Co., Darlington, to R. & S. Adamson, encloses sample of wood, 5 February 1913
(paper, 1 folio, sample)


Acknowledgement of order and price list from Thomas Walker & Co. Ltd., timber merchants, West Hartlepool, to R. & S. Adamson, 10 February 1913
(paper, 1 folio)


Plan of proposed dormer windows for residence of R.H. Edleston, Gainford, May 1913 Scale: 1 inch to 4 feet [1:48]
(53 cm. x 49 cm., tracing paper, pencil, partially coloured)


Sample of linoleum pattern, 26 November 1914 No scale
(23 cm. x 15 cm., paper, coloured print)

Construction of garage, 1910 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/797-799)

Sketch of garage, n.d., c.1910 No scale
(26 cm. x 19 cm., paper, ink)


Plan showing details of foundations for "motor house", n.d., c .1910 Scale: 1/2 inch to 1 foot [1:24]
(46 cm. x 49 cm., tracing paper, pencil, partially coloured)


Plan showing details of "motor house", n.d., c.1910 Scale: 1/2 inch to 1 foot [1:24]
(2 cm. x 48 cm., tracing paper, pencil, ink, partially coloured)

Construction of outbuildings, 1910 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/800-805)

Bill of quantities and general conditions, drawn up by Frank Martin, architect, Darlington, for construction of stables and coach house and alterations and additions to cottage at Gainford of R.H. Edleston, April 1910
(paper, 1 file)


Plan showing elevations and sections of outbuilding and garden steps and fencing, n.d., c.1910 No scale
(58 cm. x 44 cm., paper, pencil)


Ground plan of outbuildings (of R.H. Edleston), n.d., c.1910
(33 cm. x 38 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Plan showing layout and elevations of cottage and outbuildings at Gainford, belonging to R.H. Edleston, n.d., c.1910 Scale: 1 inch to 8 feet [1:96]
(64 cm. x 54 cm., paper, pencil, ink)


Rough sketch, showing measurements, n.d., c.1910 Endorsed: Advertisement of ryegrass seed of George Wheatley, Gainford
(paper, 1 folio)


Plan of memorial stones, drawn by R. & S. Adamson for R.H. Edleston, 7 September 1910 Scale: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12] and 1.5 inch to 1 foot [1:8]
(37 cm. x 24 cm., paper, pencil)

Construction of New Villa for Miss Edleston, 1910 - 1911 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/806-808)

Plan of "verandah proposed for Miss Edleston", 30 November 1910 No scale
(34 cm. x 18 cm., paper, pencil, ink)


Plan showing elevation of gateway for new villa of Miss Edleston, 8 December 1911
(56 cm. x 29 cm., paper, pencil)


Specification for replacement of windows by R. & S. Adamson for dwellings at Church Row, Gainford, occupied by Mrs. Wilson and Mrs. Dean and owned by R.H. Edleston, June 1915
(paper, 1 folio)

Alterations to Hill House Cottage and Battery House, 1929 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/809-812)

Copies of conditions of contract and specifications for additions and alteration to cottage at Hill House, Gainford, for T. Peacock, February 1929
(paper, 2 files)


Copies of conditions of contract and specifications for additions and alteration to cottage at Hill House, Gainford, for T. Peacock, February 1929
(paper, 2 files)


Bill of quantities for Hill House Cottage and Battery House of H.L. Fife. 17 April 1928 to May 1929 Endorsed: Circular letters from Arthur Wheeler & Co., Leicester, also advertisement of Thrift Stores Ltd.
(paper, 1 file)


Bill of quantities for Hill House Cottage and Battery House of H.L. Fife, 17 April 1928 to May 1929 Endorsed: Circular letters from Arthur Wheeler & Co., Leicester, also advertisement of Thrift Stores Ltd.
(paper, 1 file)


Specification for proposed engine and battery house at Gainford House for H.L. Fife. Drawn up by E.C. Surtees, architect, Middleton-in-Teesdale, May 1929
(paper, 1 file)


Specification for proposed engine and battery house at Gainford House for H.L. Fife, drawn up by E.C. Surtees, architect, Middleton-in-Teesdale, May 1929
(paper, 1 file)


Conditions of contract and specification for proposed cowshed and root house at Burn House, Gainford, for R.H. Edleston, November 1929 Endorsed: Circular letters from Arthur Wheeler and Co., Leicester
(paper, 1 file)


Conditions of contract and specification for proposed cowshed and root house at Burn House, Gainford, for R.H. Edleston. On reverse circular letters from Arthur Wheeler and Co., Leicester, November 1929
(paper, 1 file)

Papers regarding work carried out at the Lord Nelson Inn, 1893 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/813-814)

Specifications for alterations to the Lord Nelson Inn, Gainford, 1893
(paper, 1 file)


Specifications for alterations to the Lord Nelson Inn, Gainford, 1893
(paper, 1 file)


Draft plan of proposed works at Lord Nelson Inn, Gainford, 1893 No scale (37 cm. x 32 cm., tracing paper, pencil,


Draft plan of proposed works at Lord Nelson Inn, Gainford, 1893 No scale ( 37 cm. x 32 cm., tracing paper, pencil,

Papers regarding the extension to Mr. Wheatley' s Warehouse at Stobbhill, Gainford, 1894 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/815-818)

Specifications of R. & S. Adamson for Mr. Wheatley' s warehouse extension at Stobbhill, Gainford, 3 January 1894
(paper, 1 bundle)


Ground and 1st floor layout plan, showing measurements, 1894
(63 cm. x 32 cm., paper, pencil)


Plan of ironwork for sliding door, showing measurements, 1894 Scale: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12]
(31 cm. x 45 cm., tracing paper, ink)


Plan of sliding door, 1894 Scale: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12]
(34 cm. x 52 cm., paper, pencil)

 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/819-824)

Papers regarding work carried out for Dr. William Hickey comprising: alterations to outbuildings, 1894; construction of outbuildings, 1899

Alterations, 1894


Specification of masons work required in alterations and improvement to buildings at Gainford for Dr. Hickey, April 1894
(paper, 1 file)


Copy of specification and bill of quantities for work required in altering buildings at Gainford for Dr. Hickey, n.d., c.1894
(paper, 1 file)


Draft tender of R. & S. Adamson for alterations to buildings at Gainford for Dr. Hickey, 1894
(paper, 1 folio)


Plan showing elevations, sections and layouts of outbuildings of Dr. Hickey at Gainford, April 1894 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48] and 1/2 inch to 1 foot [1:24]
(66 cm. x 48 cm., paper, pencil)


Plan showing elevations and layouts of outbuildings at Gainford, shows measurements, n.d., c.1894
(56 cm. x 64 cm., paper, pencil)


Ground plan and elevation of outbuilding at Gainford, n.d., c.1894 No scale
(62 cm. x 80 cm., paper, pencil)

Construction of Outbuilding, 1899 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/825-827)

Plan of proposed dog kennels for Dr. Hickey, 1899 Scale: 1/2 inch to 1 foot [1:24]
(21 cm. x 38 cm., paper, ink)


Roof plan and elevation of wash-house and loose boxes for Dr. Hickey, August 1899 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(29 cm. x 29 cm., paper, ink)


Rough notes of R. & S. Adamson relating to loose boxes of Dr. Hickey, n.d., c.1899
(paper, 1 file)

Papers regarding alterations to a house belonging to Mr. Christopher Stockburn, Shopkeeper, Haverton Hill, and to be let to Mr. Wheatley, 1900 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/828-832)

Plans relating to the Gainford property of Mr. Stockburn, showing existing and proposed elevations, sections and ground and first floor layouts, with measurements, n.d., c.1900 Scale: 8 feet to 1 inch [1:96]
(48 cm. x 52 cm., linen, ink, partially coloured)


Letter from George Wheatley, Gainford, to C. Stockburn, Esq., Haverton Hill, requesting that he be considered as a tenant of Stockburn 's house, and giving references including R. Adamson, 11 September 1900
(paper, 1 folio)


Lists of materials required and specifications relating to alterations in house of Mr. Stockburn at Gainford, 16-17 May 1900
(paper, 4 folios)


Plans relating to Mr. Stockburn' s Gainford property showing proposed and existing layouts, sections and elevations, n.d., c.1900 Scale: 8 feet to 1 inch [1:96]
(48 cm. x 50 cm., paper, ink)


Letter from, C.J. Stockburn, Haverton Hill, to Mr. Adamson concerning a meeting between the two parties and the letting of a house to Mr. Wheatley, 22 October 1900
(paper, 1 folio)

 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/833-843)

Papers regarding work carr ied out for Dr. James Taylor-Smith JP of Gainford House, comprising: construction of glasshouses at house 1901; construction of stable and cottages, 1902; work at Low Holme Farm, 1907; work at cottage tenanted by Mr. Salmon, 1910; alterations to coachhous e, 1910

Construction of glasshouses, 1901


Estimate for "Glass houses at Gainford for J. Taylor-Smith, Esq." by J.W. Richardson & Co., July 1901
(paper, 1 folio)


Quotation of prices for timber from Thos. Walker & Co., Sawmills, West Hartlepool, to R. & S. Adamson, Gainford, 5 June 1901
(paper, 1 folio)


Correspondence between R. & S. Adamson and various brick merchants concerning "glass houses for J. Taylor-Smith" at Gainford, 10 July 1901
(paper, 1 file)


Bill of quantities concerning common brickwork for glass houses at Gainford for J. Taylor-Smith, 12 July 1901
(paper, 1 folio)


Specifications and quantities for alterations and additions to Gainford House for J. Taylor-Smith, Esq. by Whitehead and Smethaw, architect, Harrogate, July 1901
(paper, 6 files)


Letter from W. Richardson & Co., the North of England Horticultural Works, Darlington, to R. & S. Adamson, Gainford, concerning the building of a glasshouse for Mr. Smith, 2 August 1901
(paper, typescript, 1 folio)


Postcard from Whitehead & Smetham, architects, Harrogate, to R. & S. Adamson concerning alterations to Gainford House, 7 August 1901
(paper, 1 folio)


Correspondence from Pawson Bros., stone merchants, Morley, Yorkshire, to R. & S. Adamson, concerning supply of stone, 7 August 1901
(paper, 1 file)


Letter from William Browne, timber merchant, Darlington, to R. & S. Adamson being a quotation of timber prices, 9 August 1901
(paper, 1 file)


Postcard from Pawson Bros., stone merchants, Morley, to R. & S. Adamson concerning alterations at Gainford House, 12 August 1901
(paper, 1 folio)


Various letters being tenders to supply stone, pipes and steel to R. & S. Adamson Corresponden ts include: Pawson Bros., quarry owners, Morley; The Commondale Pipe and Brick Co. Grosmont; The North Bitchburn Coal Co., Bishop Auckland; William Hamman & Co., Newcastle; The Britannia & West Marsh Iron Works, Middlesborough, August 1901
(paper, 1 file)

Construction of stable and cottages, 1902 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/844-867)

Estimate for works to be carried out on stable and cottages at Gainford, n.d., c.1902
(paper, 1 folio)


Letters from Whitehead and Smetham, architects, Harrogate, Yorkshire, to R. & S. Ad amson, including an invitation to tender for a stable and 2 cottages at Gainford for J. Taylor-Smith and the addresses of felt manufacturers, February 1902
(paper, 1 file)


Estimates concerning erection of stables and cottages at Gainford for J. Taylor-Smith, February - March 1902
(paper, 4 folios)


Notes of information concerning "alterations and additions to Gainford House", n.d., c.1902
(paper, 1 folio)


Letter from T. Bainbridge, locksmith, Darlington, to R. & S. Adamson, concerning possibility of work, 14 February 1902
(paper, 1 folio)


Specifications and tenders of Thomas Walker & Co. Ltd., Saw Mills, West Hartlepool, to R. & S. Adamson for supply of timber, 18 February - 12 August 1902
(paper, 1 file)


Memorandum from R. & S. Adamson to Mr. Headley, plumber, Barnard Castle, requesting tender for plumbing work on stables and cottages of J. Taylor-Smith, 27 February 1902
(paper, 1 folio)


Postcard from Thos. Walker & Co. Ltd., West Hartlepool, regarding a quotation required and wishing the recipient luck, 28 February 1902
(cardboard, 1 folio)


Extract from bill of quantities and tenders from Pawson Bros., stone merchants, Morley, and William Coates, plumber, Darlington, concerning works at stables and cottages at Gainford, 28 February 1902
(paper, 1 file)


Specification and tender of Thomas Walker and Co. Ltd., Saw Mills, West Hartlepool, to R. & S. Adamson for timber required for erection of stables an d cottages at Gainford, 28 February 1902
(paper, 1 file)


Specifications and bills of quantities for Stabling and Cottages to be built at Gainford for J. Taylor-Smith, by Whitehead & Smetham Ltd., architects, Harrogate, February 1902
(paper, 6 files)


Letter from Whitehead and Smetham, architects, Harrogate, to R. & S. Adamson concerning Gainford cottages, 1 March 1902
(paper, 1 folio)


Tender of Emmerson Smith, plumber, Darlington, to Mr. Adamson for works to be carried out on stables and cottages at Gainford for J. Taylor-Smith, 3 March 1902
(paper, 1 folio)


Tender to do "the tiling on 2 cottages at Gainford" from John Wandless, 42 Cleasby Terrace, Corporation Road, Darlington, to R. Adamson, Gainford, 3 March 1902
(paper, 1 folio)


Telegram from Mr. Robinson, Darlington, to R. & S. Adamson, Gainford, giving prices for cottages and stables, 4 March 1902
(paper, 1 folio)


Letter from Sykes & Co., Darlington , to R. & S. Adamson being quotation for glass for stable and 2 cottages, 5 March 1902
(paper, carbon copy, 1 folio)


Specification and tender for timber to be supplied from Thomas Walker and Co. Ltd., timber merchant, West Hartlepool, to R. & S. Adamson, Gainford, 22 March 1902
(paper, 1 folio)


Rough calculations, n.d., c.1902
(paper, 2 folios)


Part of account for work done, rough calculations on reverse, n.d., c .1902
(paper, 1 folio)


Rough accounts for work done by various trades on stables and cottages and total sums spent on both buildings, n.d., c.1902
(paper, 1 folio)


Papers concerned with work at Low Holme Farm for Mr. James Taylor-Smith, June 1907 Including: (1) Bills of quantities (2) Specifications of mason's work (3) Rough notes concerned with project (4) Letter from Taylor-Smith to Adamson requesting tender to be sent (5) Letter from Taylor-Smith to Adamson refusing Adamson's tender
(paper, 1 file)


Plan of above work showing layout, n.d., c.1907
(30 cm. x 29 cm., linen, ink)


Plan showing ground and 1st floor layouts at Salmon' s cottage for J. Taylor-Smith, n.d., c.1910
(54 cm. x 66 cm., paper, pencil)


Draft plan of proposed alteration to coachhouse for J. Taylor-Smith, 8 May 1910 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(28 cm. x 56 cm., paper, pencil)

Papers regarding work carried out on property belonging to Mr. Richard Hodgson and tenanted by Mr. C. Salmon, 1902 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/868-872)

Draft specifications of R. & S. Adamson, Gainford, for proposed window at property owned by Richard Hodgson, 11 January 1902
(paper, 1 folio)


Estimate for proposed window on property owned by Richard Hodgson for, C. Salmon, n.d., c.1902 Endorsed: Estimate for drainage at Ingleton for T. Douglas
(paper, 1 folio)


Plan of proposed window on property of R. Hodgson for, C. Salmon, n.d., c .1902 Scale: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12]
(40 cm. x 32 cm., paper, pencil)


Papers concerned with work done on property at Gainford by R. & S. Adamson for Mr. Richard Hodgson, 1896 Includes: (1) Two letters accepting Adamson' s tender (2) Specifications for proposed drainage (3) Accounts (4) Delivery notes and invoices from Thos. Walker & Co., West Hartlepool
(paper, 4 folios, 1 file)


Plan of proposed window at house of Mr. J. Warwick, Gainford, for Thomas Dawson Endorsed: Lithograph of view in Palermo from The Architect, 23 December 1907
(32 cm. x 42 cm., paper, pencil)

Papers regarding the construction of three houses for Mr. G.R. Gent for his daughters, 1914 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/873-874)

Ground and first floor plans, elevation and sections of three houses at Gainford for G.R. Gent, n.d., c.1914 Scale: 1 inch to 8 feet [1:96]
(70 cm. x 60 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Specification of work required in demolition of plumbing shop and building of three cottages at Gainford for "the Misses Gent", April 1914
(paper, 1 file)

Guisborough (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/875)

Bill of quantities for twelve cottages near Guisborough Junction to Messrs. Adamson, Gainford, by William Peachey, architect, Darlington, n.d., c.1880
(paper, 1 file)

Harley Lodge (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/876)

Specification of supplementary work proposed for farm buildings and dwelling at Harley Lodge Farm, n.d., c.1880
(paper, 4 folios)

 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/877-922)

Papers regarding work carried out at Valley House, High Coniscliffe, for W.R. Taylor, Esq., Selby Lodge, Consett, 1889 - 1892 and l ater for Mr. James Westoll, JP, who owned and occupied the house, 1901 - 1907

Work for Mr. Taylor, 1889 - 1892 comprising alterations and additions to villa and additions to farm buildings


Bills of quantities for additions to villa at High Coniscliffe for W.R. Taylor, Esq., by John Smith, architect, Shotley Bridge, October 1889
(paper, 4 files)


Bills of quantities for stable and coach house at High Coniscliffe for Mr. W.R. Taylor, Esq., by John Smith, architect, Shotley Bridge, October 1889
(paper, 4 files)


Part of bill of quantities for carpenter and joiner by John Smith & Son for additions to villa at High Coniscliffe for W.R. Taylor and Quotation for timber from Thos. Walker & Co., West Hartlepool, October - 2 November 1889
(paper, 1 file)


Final page of bill of quantities, n.d., c.1889
(paper, 1 folio)


Uncompleted forms of tender, n.d., c .1889
(paper, 3 folios)


Deductions list from original tender for Mr. Taylor' s villa at High Coniscliffe, n.d., c.1889
(paper, 2 folios, 3 files)


Letter from John Smith & Sons, Shotley Bridge, to R. & S. Adamson concerning suppliers of sash fasteners, 2 November 1889
(paper, 1 folio)


Letter from John Willis, painter and decorator, Darlington, to R. & S. Adamson being a tender to paint both the villa and stables at High Coniscliffe belonging to Mr. Taylor, 8 November 1889
(paper, 1 folio)


Letters to R. & S. Adamson being replies to his queries regarding prices and of building materials, 8 and 9 November 1889. Correspondents include: (a) Johnson & Maw, tile manufacturers, South Bank (b) John Caddick, brick maker, Stoke-on-Trent (c) James Hartley, stone merchant (d) Joseph Teasdale of the Osmondcroft Coal, Brick and Tile Co., Winston (e) Measures Bros., engineers, Southwark Also note from R. Mascall, tiler and slater, Mddlesbrough, requesting that the quantities be sent to him
(paper, 1 file)


Letters to R. & S. Adamson being tenders for work at High Coniscliffe. 11, 12 and 13 November 1889 Correspondents include: John, C. Rennison, plumber, Darlington; T. Robinson & Son, Plasterers, Da rlington; R. Mascall, slater, Middlesbrough; J. Wandless, slater, Darlington; J. & G. Wharton, Slate Merchants, Darlington; William Coates, plumber, Darlington; Wm. Mossom & T. Metcalfe, painter & decorator, Darlington; W.H. & W.Hoskins, decorators, Darli ngton; Henry Petch, plumber, Darlington; Emmerson Smith, plumber, Darlington; Wm. Russell & Sons, plumber, Darlington
(paper, 1 file)


Letter from T. Metcalfe, painter. of Darlington to R. & S. Adamson being tender to do painting at Mr. Taylors villa High Coniscliffe, 19 November 1889
(paper, 1 folio)


Letters to R. & S. Adamson being tenders to do work at High Coniscliffe, 22 and 23 November 1889 Correspondents include: J.& G. Wharton, tilers; Henry Petch, plumber; W.H. & W. Hoskins, painters; John Wandless, slate merchant and T. Robinson & Son, plasterer, all of Darlington
(paper, 1 file)


Correspondence from Smith & Son, architects, Shotley Bridge, to R. & S. Adamson concerning works carried out on property at High Conisc liffe for W. R. Taylor, 2 August 1890 to 1 January 1891
(paper, 8 folios)


Plans of cow house showing elevations, cross sections and ground plan by John Smith & Son, architects, Shotley Bridge, August 1890 Scale: 1 inch to 8 feet [1:96]
(68 cm. x 48 cm., linen, ink, partially coloured)


Plans of farm buildings showing elevations and layouts, by John Smith and Son, architects of Shotley Bridge, August 1890 Scale: 1 inch to 8 feet [1:96]
(96 cm. x 60 cm., linen, ink, partially coloured)


Letters to R. & S. Adamson from John Smith & Sons, Rose Cottage, Shotley Bridge, being acceptances of tenders for work on villa and stable at High Coniscliffe belonging to Mr. Taylor and regarding Mr. Taylor 's roof, 25 August, 5 October and 1 November 1890
(paper, 4 folios)


Accounts of work, n.d., c.1890 Endorsed: Rough calculations
(paper, 1 folio)


Rough notes concerning Mr. Taylor' s buildings at High Coniscliffe, n.d., c.1890
(paper, 4 folios)


Note concerning dimensions of timber for roof of Mr. Taylor' s buildings at High Coniscliffe, n.d., c.1890
(paper, 1 folio)


Letter from Thomas Boyd, Darlington, to S Adamson, concerning works to roof of house of W. R. Taylor, 30 August 1890
(paper, 1 folio)


Tenders from M. Calvert, High Coniscliffe, and G. Stobbart, Gainford, to R. & S Adamson for ironwork and roofing required at property of W.R. Taylor, 18 September to 9 October 1890
(paper, 2 folios)


Correspondence from Reay and Robson, ironmongers, Stockton-on-Tees, to R. & S Adamson concerning the supply of girders, 21 September to 28 October 1890
(paper, 6 folios)


Correspondence from Robert Wilson & Sons, Railway Forge, Bishop Auckland, to R. & S. Adamson, concerning the supply of iron goods, 22 September to 30 October 1890
(paper, 6 folios)


Letter from Cargo Fleet, Timber Yards, Middlesbrough, to R. & S. Adamson concerning the supply of laths, 27 September 1890
(paper, 1 folio)


Correspondence from May and Hassell, timber merchants, West Hartlepool, to R. & S. Adamson concerning the supply of timber, 4-31 October 1890
(paper, 2 folios)


Correspondence from Charles Longbottom, ironmonger, Hull, to R. & S. Adamson concerning supply and prices of iron goods, 6-21 October 1890
(paper, 5 folios)


Correspondence from George Adams & Sons, Mais Ironworks, Wolverhampton, to R. & S. Adamson and Charles Longbottom concerning the supply of iron goods, 17-21 October 1890
(paper, 4 folios)


Letter from W.R. Taylor, High Coniscliffe, to R. & S. Adamson, relating to payment of £200, 29 November 1890
(paper, 1 folio)


Postcard from L. Urwin, plumber, Shotley Bridge, to R. & S. Adamson relating to work done on property at High Coniscliffe, 8 December 1890
(paper, 1 folio)


Rough calculations about bricks, drains and tiles, n.d., c.1890
(paper, 1 folio)


Advertising material for patent rolled shafting made by Kikstall Forge Co., near Leeds, 1 August 1892
(paper, 1 folio, printed)


Specification for work required in alteration of villa at High Coniscliffe for W.R. Taylor, 1892
(paper, 1 booklet)


Specification of carpentry and joinery required for alterations to villa at High Coniscliffe for W.R. Taylor, n.d., c.1892
(paper, 1 booklet)


Letters to R. & S. Adamson being tenders to supply work or materials for farm buildings at High Coniscliffe. Correspondents include: T. Metcalfe, painter, Darlington; Emmerson Smith, plumber, Darlington; The Osmond Croft Coal Brick & Tile Co., Winston; Ro bert Spence & Co. ironmongers, Richmond, Yorkshire; The North Bitchburn Coal Co. and R. Mascall, slater, Middlesbrough, 19-21 and 23 September 1892
(paper, 6 folios)


Letter to Robert [Adamson] from J. [Pieah], Lartington, regarding stone to be sent to Piercebridge, 22 September 1892
(paper, 1 folio)


Letters from John Smith & Son, architects, Shotley Bridge, to R. & S. Adamson regarding building of farm outbuildings for Mr. Taylor at High Coniscliffe. Including: invitation to tender for work; acceptance of tender; arrangements for signing contracts; a rrangements for meetings and memos regarding door and windows at stables, 18 October 1892 - 2 May 1893
(paper, 19 folios)


Plans of stables and hemel showing front elevations and cross sections with measurements, by John Smith, architect, Shotley Bridge, 18 October 1892 Scale: 1 inch to 8 feet [1:96]
(66 cm. x 48 cm., linen, ink, partially coloured)


Plans of farm buildings showing layout and cross sections, by John Smith & Sons, architects, Shotley Bridge, 18 October 1892 Scale: 1 inch to 8 feet [1:96]
(64 cm. x 48 cm., linen, ink, partially coloured)


Plans of farm buildings showing layout, elevation and section by John Smith & Son, architects, Shotley Bridge, October 1892 Scale: 1 inch to 8 feet [1:96]
(32 cm. x 56 cm., linen, ink, Partially coloured)


Plan of additions to farm buildings at High Coniscliffe property of W.R. Taylor showing layout by John Smith & Son, architect, Shotley Bridge, 18 October 1892 Scale: 1 inch to 20 feet [1:240]
(66 cm. x 48 cm., linen, ink, partially coloured)


Letters to R. & S. Adamson being tenders for work at High Coniscliffe. Correspondents include: John Wandless, tiler, Darlington; Emm erson Smith, plumber, Darlington, and T. Metcalfe, painter, Darlington, 25 October, 14 December 1892 - 21 March 1893
(paper, 3 folios)


Declarations of traffic for the N.E. Railway for bricks sent by the Osmond Croft Coal and Brick Co. to R. & S. Adamson, 21 November, 24 November 1892
(paper, 2 folios)


Plans of additions to farm buildings for W.R. Taylor, Esq. showing layout elevation and cross section by John Smith & Son, architects, Shotley Bridge, 9 December 1892 Scale: 1 inch to 8 feet [1:96]
(66 cm. x 50 cm., linen, ink, 1 folio)


Letter from J. Teasdale, Osmond Croft Coal, Brick & Tile Co. to R. & S. Adamson requesting more notice be given when ordering bricks, 23 December 1892
(paper, 1 folio)


Account from R. & S. Adamson to W.R. Taylor for Mr. Taylor' s buildings at High Coniscliffe, 1892-1893
(paper, 1 folio)


Letter from John Smith & Son, to R. & S. Adamson regarding acceptance of his tender for work on new farm buildings for Mr. Taylor, 12 September 1892
(paper, 1 folio)

 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/923-985)

Work for Mr. Westoll, comprising alterations to house 1901, construction of stables, 1901, further alterations to house, 1903, construc tion of a summerhouse, 1903, construction of stables, 1903, construction of cottages, 1903 and plaster arches, 1907

Alterations to house, 1901


Letters to R. & S. Adamson, concerning the work at Mr. Westoll' s High Coniscliffe house or materials for that work, 19 February, 15 September 1901 Correspondents include: F.H. Livesay, architect (1) arranging meetings (2) complaints of slow progress (3) accepting tender for lavatory (4) conservatory tender (5) fencing, doors, conservatory, arches, drainage and steps Mrs. Westoll (1) complaining of progress (2) porch door plans (3) Dorman Long & Co. for steel joist (4) Richardson & Co. for conservatory (5) Kayll & Co. Glass, Leeds (6) Hill & Smith, Brierly Hill (7) Geo. Wooliscroft, Stoke-on-Trent, about tiles (8) G.R. Gent, plumber (9) H. Harwood, about stone (10) N.E.R. Co., a disputed account for delivery
(paper, 1 bundle)


Notes on arrangements for alterations at High Coniscliffe by F.H. Livesay, 21 February 1901
(paper, 1 folio)


Plans of proposed conservatory at Valley House, High Coniscliffe for J. Westoll, JP., showing plan and sections by F.H. Livesay, architect, Bishop Auckland, March 1901 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(43 cm. x 45 cm., tracing paper, pencil, partially coloured)


Plans of conservatory for J. Westoll, Esq., High Coniscliffe, showing layout, elevations and cross sections by W. Richardson & Co., Darlington, for F.H. Livesay, architect, Bishop Auckland, 6 March 1901 Scale: 1 inch to 4 feet [1:48]
(58 cm. x 36 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


Delivery note for Washtubs sent to R. & S. Adamson from Wm. Hamman & Co. Ltd., Newcastle upon Tyne, 18 April 1901
(paper, 1 folio)


Copy of telegram (from Adamson) to Mr. Westoll at High Coniscliffe concerning windows and doors, 20 April 1901
(paper, 1 folio)


Telegram to Adamson, Gainford, from Mr. Westoll at Piercebridge requesting joiners be sent at once to repair bedroom window, 20 April 1901
(paper, 1 folio)


Plan of door frame with sizes of surrounding stones marked, n.d., c .1901 Scale: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12]
(42 cm. x 34 cm., paper, ink)


Plan showing sizes of stones, n.d., c .1901 No scale
(11 cm. x 34 cm., paper, pencil)


Plan [of arches], n.d., c.1901 No scale
(58 cm. x 57 cm., paper, pencil)


Plan of fanlight, n.d., c.1901
(8 cm. x 51 1/2 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Plan of window frame showing sizes of stones around edge, n.d., c.1901 Scale: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12]
(32 cm. x 16 cm., paper, pencil)


Plan [of window] with measurements, n.d., c.1901 Scale: 1.5 inch to 1 foot [1:8]
(30 cm. x 35 cm., paper, pencil)


Brickwork plans of conservatory for J. Westoll, Esq., Valley House, High Coniscliffe, shows layout, elevations and cross sections, with measurements by W. Richardson & Co., Darlington, for F.H. Livesay, architect, Bishop Auckland, 22 April 1901 Scale: 1 inch to 4 feet [1:48]
(59 cm. x 40 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


Delivery notes from James Dunwell, Brick & Tile Works, Darlington, for bricks delivered to R. & S. Adamson, 23 April, 24 April 1901
(paper, 1 folio)


Quotations for wire fencing to R. & S. Adamson from Young & Marten, Stratford, and Sykes & Co., Darlington, May 1901
(paper, 1 file)


Plans showing details of stonework in alterations to house at Coniscliffe for J. Westoll Esq. by F.H. Livesay, architect, Bishop Auckland, May 1901 Scales: full size [1:1] and half size [1:2]
(68 cm. x 66 cm., tracing paper, pencil, partially coloured)


Draft specification of the various work required to be done in connection with alterations to a house at Coniscliffe for J. Westoll, Esq. by F.H. Livesay, May 1901
(paper, 1 folio)


Plans relating to alterations to house at Coniscliffe nr. Darlington for J. Westoll, Esq., shows elevation, part of ground floor layout and cross section, with measurements by F.H. Livesay, architect, Bishop Auckland, May 1901 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(52 cm. x 44 cm., linen, ink, partially coloured)


Letter to R. & S. Adamson, Gainford, to F.H. Livesay, regarding a letter to be sent to Mr. Ramsay, Lock Manufacturer, Newcastle, re doors at Coniscliffe, 7 May 1901
(paper, 1 folio)


Draft letter from R. & S. Adamson, Gainford, to Mr. Ramsay, Newcastle, concerning locks for doors at Coniscliffe, 9 May 1901
(paper, 1 folio)


Telegrams to R. & S. Adamson, Gainford, from Livesay, Bishop Auckland, requesting meetings of the parties at Coniscliffe, 14 May - 30 July 1901
(paper, 2 folios)


Letters to R. & S. Adamson from Hill and Smith, Brierly Hill, Staffordshire, concerning wire fencing for Coniscliffe, 18 May - 10 July 1901
(paper, 1 file)


Note of cost of wire fencing delivered from Hill & Smith, n.d., c .1901
(paper, 1 folio)


Note of quantities and costs and rough account for Coniscliffe wire fencing, n.d., c.1901
(paper, 1 folio)


Sketches showing posts for wire fencing, n.d., c.1901 No scale
(44 cm. x 13 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Estimate for Mason & Bricklayers work on alterations to a house at Coniscliffe for J. Westoll, Esq. by F.H. Livesay, architect, 20 May 1901
(paper, 1 folio)


Plan of tiled floor sent to R. & S. Adamson, Gainford, with note at bo ttom of sheet requests that quantities be checked with list on annual, 21 May 1901 Scale: 1/2 inch to 1 foot [1:24]
(24 cm. x 22 cm., paper, ink, partially coloured)


To R. & S. Adamson, list of tiles to be delivered to Mr. Westoll' s house, 21 May 1901
(paper, 1 folio)


Plan showing section of hood to doorway at Coniscliffe, June 1901 Scale: Half size [1:2]
(38 cm. x 72 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Plan of moulding, n.d., c.1901 No scale
(64 cm. x 57 cm., paper, pencil)


Plan of (ornamental moulding), n.d., c.1901 Scale: full size [1:1]
(21 cm. x 24 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Plan (of arches) with measurements, n.d., c.1901
(21 cm. x 33 cm., paper, pencil)


Correspondence between R. & S. Adamson and Hill & Smith, Brierly Hill, concerning wire fencing for Coniscliffe, June 1901
(paper, 1 file)


Plan of proposed fencing at Coniscliffe showing layout of area to be fenced, with measurements by F. H. Livesay, architect, Bishop Auckland, June 1901 Scale: 1 inch to 1 chain
(50 cm. x 28 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Various papers concerning stone for High Coni scliffe, including: memos of stone sent from H. Harwood, Water Trough Quarry, Gatherley Moor, and notes of dimensions of stone, 11 June - 10 July 1901
(paper, 1 file)


Letter to R. & S. Adamson, Gainford, from F.H. Livesay, architect, Bishop Auckland, concerning a plan for a door stop, 20 June 1901
(paper, 1 folio)


Plan referred to in D/Ad 1/1/959, 21 June 1901 Scale: full size [1:1]
(18 cm. x 34 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Postcard from Hill & Smith, Brierly Hill, Staffordshire, to R. & S. Adamson, Gainford, concerning the delivery of fencing and gates, 3 July 1901
(paper, 1 folio)


Postcard from H. Harwood to R. & S. Adamson, Gainford, concerning stone, 8 July 1901
(paper, 1 folio)


Postcards from F.H. Livesay, Newgate Street, Bishop Auckland, to R. & S. Adamson, builders, Gainford, concerning work at Coniscliffe; Mr. Livesay ' s absence from work; light to passage in house and a meeting between the parties, 9 July, 25 July and 19 August 1901
(paper, 3 folios)


Specifications for mason and brick-layers work on "Gainford House, August 1901 Endorsed: Rough notes
(paper, 1 folio)


Postcard from Piercebridge Station from the N.E.R. Co. to Mr. Adamson, Gainford, requesting arrangements be made to collect castings delivered to above station, 7 August 1901
(paper, 1 folio)


Certificate for payment of £ 200 due to R. & S. Adamson for alterations at Coniscliffe for J. Westoll, Esq., signed by F .H. Livesay, 9 August 1901
(paper, 1 folio)


Memo from H. Harwood of Water Trough Quarry, Gatherley Moor, to Mr. Adamson concerning stone, 12 August 1901
(paper, 1 folio)


Plan by Wooliscroft & Son Ltd., Hanley, Staffordshire, for R. & S. Adamson, Gainford, of a tiled floor (for Mr. Westoll 's house at High Coniscliffe), 13 August 1901 Scale: 3/4 inch to 1 foot [1:16]
(45 cm. x 35 1/2 cm., paper, ink, partially coloured)


Postcard from Geo. Wooliscroft & Sons Ltd., Hanley, to R. & S. Adamson, Gainford, regarding the delivery of tiles for lavatory floor, 15 August 1901
(paper, 1 folio)


Letter to R. & S. Adamson from Hill & Smith, Brierly Hill, Staffordshire, requesting that Adamson 's account be settled, 2 September 1901


Letter from F.H. Livesay, Newgate Street, Bishop Auckland, to Mr. Adamson requesting account for work at Mr. Westoll 's be sent, 15 October 1901
(paper, 1 folio)


Letter to R. & S. Adamson from Hill & Smith, Brierly Hill, Staffordshire, concerning the repair and erection of fencing, 16 October 1901
(paper, 1 folio)


Letter from F.H. Livesay, Newgate Street, Bishop Auckland, to R. & S. Adamson, Gainford, regarding account for work at Coniscliffe, 25 October 1901
(paper, 1 folio)


Various rough notes and calculations on aspects of Mr. Westoll' s alterations. Includes: measurement of stone for plinth; wire details; servants hall wallpaper numbers; red floor tiles, costs and brick costs, n.d., c.1901
(paper, 9 folios)


Plan showing cross section of lawn steps at High Coniscliffe, with measurements, by Mr. Livesay, , n.d., c.1901 Scale: 1/2 inch to 1 foot [1:24]
(34 cm. x 20 1/2 cm., paper, ink)


Plans of steps to lawn at Valley House, Coniscliffe, showing plan and elevations, by F.H. Livesay, architect, Bishop Auckland, n.d., c.1901 Scale: 1/2 inch to 1 foot [1:24]
(47 cm. x 36 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Plan [of outbuildings at Coniscliffe] showing ground plan, cross section and roof laid flat, with measurements, n.d., c.1901 Scale: 1/2 inch to 1 foot [1:24]
(54 cm. x 64 cm., paper, pencil)


Plan [of outbuilding at Coniscliffe], with measurements, n.d., c.1901 No scale
(38 cm. x 17 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Postcard to James Howorth & Co., consulting & ventilating engineers, Victoria Works, Farnworth, from R. & S. Adamson, Gainford, being a delivery note for crates returned by the N.E.R Co., 17 October 1902
(paper, 1 folio)


Design for vestibule screen [at High Coniscliffe] by F.W. Livesay, , n.d., c.1901 Scale: 1/2 inch to 1 foot [1:24]
(36 cm. x 35 cm., paper, ink, partially coloured)


Plan of vestibule door showing position of crest on door, with measurements, n.d., c.1901 No scale
(12 cm. x 21 cm., tracing paper, ink)


Description of doors for vestibule [at Coniscliffe], n.d., c.1901
(paper, 1 folio typewritten)


Plan of crest on door. Motto under crest reads "Nisi Dominus Frustra", n.d., c.1901 No scale
(33 cm. x 42 cm., paper, ink)


Plan showing position of crest on door, n.d., c.1901 No scale
(13 cm. x 15 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


One copy of the New Illustrated list of Heating Stoves, Hot Air Stoves and Laundry Stoves from Henry Walker & Son, Ltd., County Iron-mongery Showrooms, Westgate Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, n.d. c.1900
(paper, 1 booklet)

Construction of stables, 1901 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/986-996)

Bill of quantities for joiners work required in erection of stables at High Coniscliffe for J. Westoll, drawn up by J. Eltringham, architect, Sunderland, n.d., c.1901
(paper, 1 booklet)


Copy of bill of quantities for mason' s work required in erection of stables at High Coniscliffe, n.d., c .1901
(paper, 1 booklet)


Copies of bills of quantities for painter's, plumber's, plasterers and slater' s work required in erection of stables at High Coniscliffe, n.d., c .1901
(paper, 1 folio, 3 files)


Various price lists and estimates for materials required in erection of stables at High Coniscliffe, includ ing those from Prudham Freestone Quarries, Northumberland, the Accrington Brick & Tile Co. and Woolliscroft & Son, tile manufacturer, Hanley, and Thomas Walker & Co. Ltd., West Hartlepool, 1 July - 9 December 1901


Various draft estimates of R. & S. Adamson for erection of stables at High Coniscliffe, November 1901
(paper, 5 folios, 1 file)


Correspondence from J. Eltringham, architect, Sunderland, to R. Adamson concerning his tender for stables at High Coniscliffe for James Westoll, JP, 11 November - 13 December 1901
(paper, 9 folios)


Various tenders and estimates for materials required in erection of stables at High Coniscliffe. Includes those from John Dove & Co., cement manufacturer, Newcastle upon Tyne, John Crossley, builders merchant, Middlesbrough, Low Mill Foundry, Darlington, F. & J.F. Gent, plumber, Gainford, 13-27 November 1901
(paper, 1 file)


Various tenders and price quotations for materials required in erection of stables at High Coniscliffe, includin g those from F. & J.F. Gent, plumber, Gainford, Low Mill Foundry, Darlington, the Sherburn House Brick and Tile Co., and Sykes & Co., ironmongers, Darlington, 28 November - 19 December 1901
(paper, 1 file)


Copy of letter from R. & S. Adamson to J. Eltringham concerning an amended bill of quantities for stables at High Coniscliffe, 30 November 1901
(paper, 1 folio)


Price list of stone from Pawson Bros. stone merchants, Morley, Yorkshire, n.d., c.1900
(paper, 1 folio)


Various notes and calculations of R. Adamson, relating to amended tender for erection of stables at High Coniscliffe, n.d., c.1901
(paper, 9 folios)

Alterations to house, 1903 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/997-1019)

Bill of quantities for proposed tower at Coniscliffe for James Westoll, Esq. JP, by John Eltringham, architect, Sunderland, n.d., c.1903
(paper, 1 file)


Bill of quantities for proposed additions to reception rooms at Coniscliffe for James Westoll, Esq. JP, by John Eltringham, architect, Sunderland, n.d., c.1903
(paper, 1 file)


Bill of quantities for proposed new wing at High Coniscliffe for James Westoll, Esq. JP, by John Eltringham, architect, Sunderland, n.d., c.1903
(paper, 1 file)


Bill of quantities for proposed additions to kitchen at High Coniscliffe for James Westoll, Esq. JP, by John Eltringham, architect, Sunderland, n.d., c.1903
(paper, 1 file)


Estimate for alterations to kitchen at Coniscliffe (for Mr. Westoll, JP), n.d., c.1903
(paper, 1 booklet)


number not used


Acknowledgement of enquiry for timber at Piercebridge and a tender for carpenter ' s work to be delivered to Piercebridge from Thos. Walker & Co. timber merchants, West Hartlepool, to R. & S. Adamson, Gainford, 5 February 1903
(paper, 1 file)


Letter to R. & S. Adamson, builders, Gainford, for J.C. Edwards, Terra Cotta Works, Ruabon, being a quotation for Terra Cotta and bricks, 5 February 1903
(paper, 1 folio)


Plan of Mrs. Westoll's front door with measurements, 7 February 1903 Scale: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12]
(20.5 cm. x 33.5 cm., paper, pencil)


Plan of front door at Valley House, High Coniscliffe, by R. & S. Adamson, n.d., c.1903 Scale: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12]
(20 cm. x 36 cm., paper, pencil)


Quotations for timber (for the additions and alterations to Mr. Westoll' s house at High Coniscliffe) from Thomas Walker & Co. timber merchants, West Hartlepool, to R. & S. Adamson, 16, 17 and 24 October 1903
(paper, 1 file)


Letters to R. & S. Adamson being tenders to supply goods or services for alterations at High Coniscliffe from William Coates, plumber, Darlington; Wharton Bros., slaters, Darlington; John Watson, timber merchant, Stockton on Tees; William Brown and Sons, timber merchants, Darlington, and a timber merchant, 17, 21 and 24 October 1903
(paper, 1 file)


Letter from John W. Watson, timber merchant, Stockton-on-Tees, to R. & S. Adamson, Gainford, referring to an enclosed quotation for timber, 17 October 1903
(paper, 1 folio)


Letters to R. & S. Adamson being quotations to supply goods or services [for the work at High Coniscliffe] from: Kayll & Co., glass merchants, Leeds; John Wandless, slate merchants, Darlington; Sykes & Co., ironmongers, Darlington, and Harley Bros., stone merchants, Darlington, 17, 20, 21, 22 and 24 October 1903
(paper, 1 file)


Note of price of tender sent for various projects at High Coniscliffe, n.d., c.1903
(paper, 1 folio)


Note stating that the time for submitting tenders for Coniscliffe additions is extended to Wednesday, 28 October, n.d., c.1903
(paper, 1 folio)


Estimate for new wing [at Coniscliffe for James Westoll, Esq. JP], n.d., c .1903
(paper, 1 booklet)


Rough notes of costs of various trades work on various projects at Mr. Westoll 's, n.d., c.1903
(paper, 1 folio)


Postcard from John Eltringham, 62 John Street, Sunderland, to R. & S. Adamson, giving the number of yards of down pipe needed, 24 October 1903
(paper, 1 folio)


Letter to R. & S. Adamson from John Eltringham, architect, Sunderland, referring to enclosed quantities for new wing at Coniscliffe for James Westoll, JP, 22 October 1903
(paper, 1 folio)


Correspondence between John Eltringham, 62 John Street, Sunderland and R. & S. Adamson, Gainford, regarding work done by Adams on a lavatory and cloakroom for Mr. Westoll at High Coniscliffe, 18, 19 & 20 November 1903
(paper, 1 file)


List of work to be done on various projects at Coniscliffe, n.d., c .1903
(paper, 1 folio)


Notes concerning brickwork for various projects at Coniscliffe, n.d., c .1903
(paper, 1 folio)

Construction of Summerhouse, 1903 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/1020-1022)

Plans of octagonal summerhouse [for Mr. Westoll at High Coniscliffe] showing elevation and ground plan, n.d., c.1903 Scale: 1/2 inch to 1 foot [1:24]
(23 cm. x 38 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Letters from Thos. Walker & Co. timber merchants, West Hartlepool, to R. & S. Adamson concerning the design and plans for an octagonal summerhouse, 19 and 21 May 1903
(paper, 1 file)


Draft memorandum from R. & S. Adamson, Gainford, to Mrs. Westoll, Valley House, High Coniscliffe, regarding his tender to build a revolving summerhouse at High Coniscliffe, 22 May 1903
(paper, 1 folio)

Construction of Stables, 1903 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/1023-1025)

Extract from quantities concerning floors at stables at High Coniscliffe for James Westoll, Esq. JP, n.d., c.1903
(paper, 1 folio)


Letter from J. Eltringham, architect, 62 John Street, Sunderland, to R. & S. Adamson re the return of the bills of quantities for Mr. Westoll' s new stables, 20 December 1901
(paper, 1 folio)


Letter from J. Eltringham, 62 John Street, Sunderland, to R. & S. Adamson informing him that the contract for building stables for Mr. Westoll was secured by Mr. R. Wilson, Barnard Castle, 24 December 1901
(paper, 1 folio)

Construction of Cottages, 1903 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/1026-1041)

Bills of quantities for proposed cottages at High Coniscliffe for James Westoll, Esq. by John Eltringham, architect, Sunderland, n.d., c.1903
(paper, 1 folio, 5 files)


Various papers concerned with the slating of cottages at High Coniscliffe Station, including: slaters quantities; note of cost of laths; tender from Geo. Wooliscroft & Sons Ltd., Stoke-on-Trent, to supply roof tiles, 1903
(paper, 1 file)


Postcards from John Eltringham, architect, 62 John Street, Sunderland, to R. & S. Adamson concerning a tender sent for a new go lf house and block of cottages for Mr. Westoll at High Coniscliffe, and informing him that the tender was awarded to J.E. Boyd, 27 January - 6 March 1903
(paper, 4 folios)


Estimate of prices for cottages at High Coniscliffe for James Westoll, Esq., architect, John Eltringham, Sunderland, February 1903
(paper, 1 booklet)


Note of make-up of estimates for Coniscliffe Cottages, n.d., c.1903
(paper, 1 folio)


Letter from John W. Watson, timber merchants, Stockton-on-Tees, to R. & S. Adamson, Gainford, being an estimate for timber, 3 February 1903
(paper, 1 folio)


Memorandum from William Brown & Sons, timber merchants, Darlington, to R. & S. Adamson regarding an enclosed quotation for timber to be delivered to Piercebridge, also a quotation referred to in memorandum, 3 February 1903
(paper, 1 file)


Postcard from John Eltringham, 62 John Street, to R. & S. Adamson, Gainford, giving him an amended figure for floor area and telling him that slaters quanti ties have been sent, 3 February 1901
(paper, 1 folio)


Letters from: John Wandless, slate merchants, Darlington; Joseph King & Co. Brick, Tile & Terra-Cotta Works, Stourbridge; Sykes & Co. ironmongers, Blackwellgate, Darlington; and William Coates, plumber, Darlington, to R. & S. Adamson being tenders to supp ly goods and services for cottages at High Coniscliffe 4, 5 and 9 February 1903
(paper, 1 file)


Postcard from John Eltringham, Sunderland, to R. & S. Adamson giving him the address of the Withnell Brick Co., 4 February 1903
(paper, 1 folio)


Memo from Wm. Brown & Sons, timber merchants, Darlington, to R. & S. Adamson concerning an enclosed quotation for timber, 5 February 1903
(paper, 1 folio)


Table comparing timber quotations from Brown, Watson and Walker for cottages at High Coniscliffe for J. Westoll, Esq. JP, n.d., c.1903
(paper, 1 folio)


Postcard from J.C. Edwards of Terra-Cotta Works, Ruabon, to R. & S. Adamson acknowledging an enquiry made by Adamson, 4 February 1903
(paper, 1 folio)


Quotations for bricks from The Withnell Brick & Terra-Cotta Co. Ltd. to R. & S. Adamson, 6 February 1903
(paper, 1 folio)


Letters from the Barton Limestone Co., Darlington, and Hutchinson Bros., Middlesbrough, to R. & S. Adamson being quotations for slag and limestone chippings, 10 February 1903
(paper, 1 file)


Plans to show details of plaster arches at Valley House, Coniscliffe, with measurements, by F.H. Livesay, architect, Bishop Auckland, March 1907 Scale: 1/2 inch to 1 foot [1:24]
(44 cm. x 34 cm., tracing paper, pencil)

 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/1042-1044)

High Coniscliffe

Papers regarding extension to Glebe Cottage, High Coniscliffe, 1893


Additional tender of R. & S. Adamson for extension of Glebe Cottage at High Coniscliffe, June 1893
(paper, 1 bundle)


Plan of proposed dwelling house on Glebe land at High Coniscliffe, drawn up by William Livesey, architect, Raby, January 1892 Scale: 1 inch to 8 feet [1:96]
(62 cm. x 42 cm., linen, ink, partially coloured)


Plan of extension to Glebe Cottage at Coniscliffe by R. & S. Adamson, n.d., c.1893 Scale: 1 inch to 8 feet [1:96]
(25 cm. x 20 cm., paper, inks)

Papers regarding alterations to High Coniscliffe Farm, for Henry Kitching, Esq., of Great Ayton, Yorkshire, 1894 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/1045-1048)

Various tenders to R. & S. Adamson for painting, slating, plumbing, glazing and timber supply required at High Coniscliffe, includes: T. Metcalfe, painter, Darlington, J.& G .Wharton, Darlington, and Thos. Walker, West Hartlepool, 27-28 September 1894
(paper, 1 file)


Bill of quantities and specifications, drawn up by Clark and Moscrop for additions to High Coniscliffe Farm for H. Kitching, 29 September 1894
(paper, 1 bundle)


Estimate of R. & S. Adamson for works required at High Coniscliffe Farm, n.d., c.1890
(paper, 1 file)


Draft plan showing elevation and layout of outbuildings at High Coniscliffe Farm, n.d., c.1894 No scale
(50 cm. x 38 cm., tracing paper, pencil)

Papers regarding the construction of a house at High Coniscliffe for Mrs. Appleyard, 1899 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/1049-1060)

Bill of quantities and estimate for proposed house at High Coniscliffe for Mrs. Appleyard, April 1899
(paper, 2 folios)


Specification and costing for materials for Glebe land cottage at Coniscliffe, n.d., c.1899
(paper, 1 folio)


Plan showing layout, elevation and section of proposed house at High Coniscliffe, drawn up by R. & S. Adamson, Gainford, for Mrs. Appleyard, n.d., c.1899 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(45 cm. x 56 cm., paper, pencil)


Plan showing back elevation of proposed house at High Coniscliffe, n.d., c .1899
(21 cm. x 29 cm., paper, pencil)


Plans relating to Mrs. Appleyard' s property to High Coniscliffe, n.d., c.1899 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(34 cm. x 42 cm., paper, ink, partially coloured)


Plans of cottage at High Coniscliffe for Mrs. Appleyard showing ground plan, bedroom plan, elevations and section, with measurements, n.d., c.1899 Scale: 1 inch to 8 feet [1:96]
(54 cm. x 52 cm., paper, pencil)


Tenders to supply timber to R. & S. Adamson, Gainford, from Thos. Walker & Co., West Hartlepool, and Joshua Byers of Stockton-on-Tees, May 1899
(paper, 1 file)


Memorandum from Charles Leach, Clerk to Guardians, to R. & S. Adamson, concerning commencement of work for cottage at Coniscliffe, 16 June 1899
(paper, 1 folio)


Letter of approval from Darlington Union Rural Sanitary Authority to Messrs. R. & S. Adamson for plans for proposed house at High Coniscliffe, 3 July 1899
(paper, 1 folio)


Notebook of R. & S. Adamson concerning timber for Coniscliffe cottage, July 1899
(paper, 1 booklet)


Letters from Mrs. Appleyard, Piercebridge, to [Mr. Adamson] concerning the building of a wall and other jobs to be done at her house, October - December 1899
(paper, 3 folios)


List of hardware for Mrs. Appleyard at High Coniscliffe, n.d., c.1899
(paper, 1 folio)

 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/1061)

Haughton
(Probably Haughton-le-Skerne, although sometimes spelt Houghton)


Specification for additions and alterations to be carried out on cottage at Haughton Bank for Mrs. Cumber, 15 September 1897
(paper, 1 file)

Papers regarding alterations made to Haughton Grange, 1900 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/1062-1066)

Draft plan of alterations to be carried out at Haughton Grange by R. & S. Adamson, shows elevation, cross section and ground and first floor layouts, 21 September 1900 Scale: 1/2 inch to 1 foot [1:24]
(56 cm. x 62 cm., paper, pencil, ink)


Draft specifications and sketch relating to alterations to be carried out at Haughton Grange by R. & S. Adamson, 21 September 1900 Sketch of cross section of house
(paper, 3 folios and 13 cm. x 20 cm., paper, pencil)


Two quotations from J. & T. T. Brown, timber merchants, West Hartlepool, and Thos. Walker, West Hartlepool, for supply of timber to Piercebridge Station for R. & S. Adamson, 24 September 1900
(paper, 2 folios)


Accounts of R. & S. Adamson for completion of works at Haughton Grange, 4 January 1901
(paper, 2 folios)


Estimate of alterations carried out at Haughton Grange, 14 June 1901
(paper, 1 folio)

Kirkby Stephen (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/1067-1068)

Bill of quantities for Inspector' s House, Kirkby Stephen, by William Peachey, F.R.I.B.A., architect, 7 October 1871
(paper, 1 file)


Bills of quantities for a house for Mr. Richardson at Kirkby Stephen by William Peachey, F.R.I.B.A., architect, Darlington, also notes concerning above house, n.d., c.1880
(paper, 2 folios, 1 file)

 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/1069-1070)

Brotton

Papers regarding work to be carried out at Low Farm, Brotton, 1878 - 1879


Draft tender of R. & S. Adamson, Gainford, to Thomas Armstrong concerning alterations at Low Farm, Brotton, 28 October 1878
(paper, 2 folios)


Papers concerned with the erection of farm buildings at Low Farm, Brotton for Messrs. Bell Bros., includes: bill of quantities by R. Lofthouse, architect, Middlesbrou gh, and rough calculations, 11 July 1879
(paper, 1 bundle)

Mainsforth (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/1077)

Bills of quantities for farm buildings at Mainsforth, Farnless Farm, Lough House, Ferryhill, and Chilton, for Col. Surtees by F.H. Livesay, architect, Bishop Auckland, n.d, c.1900 Enclosed: Rough note with list of farms above and costs
(paper, 1 bundle)

 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/1078-1079)

Morris Grange

Papers regarding work to be carried out at Morris Grange, North Yorkshire 1882


Bill of quantities drawn up by, C. Hodgson Fowler, architect, Durham, for alterations and additions to be carried out at Morris Grange, Yorkshire, May 1882
(paper, 1 booklet)


Tenders and estimates from G. Stobbart, plumber, Gainford; T. Wandless & Son, Emmerson Smith, plumber, and J. & G. Wharton, slater, all of Darlington to R . & S. Adamson for works required at Morris Grange, 24 May 1882
(paper, 1 file)

 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/1080-1087)

Mount Eff

Papers regarding alterations to Mount Eff Farm, 1890


Specifications and costings for proposed alterations to Mount Eff, n.d., c .1890
(paper, 1 folio)


Plans relating to proposed alterations and additions to Mount Eff near Barnard Castle, showing ground plan "As it now is" and as proposed and 1st floor plan as proposed by Milburn Far, architect, Sunderland, 20 November 1882 Scale: 1 inch to 8 feet [1:96]
(104 cm. x 60 cm., linen, ink, partially coloured)


Plans relating to Mount Eff showing ground and first floor plans and elevations, with measurements, n.d., c.1882 Scale: 1 inch to 8 feet [1:96]
(74 cm. x 56 cm., tracing paper, ink)


Plans for Mount Eff showing ground and first floor plans, with measurements, n.d., c.1882 No scale
(74 cm. x 52 cm., paper, pencil)


Plans relating to Mount Eff showing layouts, n.d., c.1882 No scale
(108 cm. x 56 cm., paper, pencil)


Draft plan of Mount Eff Farm, n.d., c.1882
(70 cm. x 58 cm., paper, pencil)


Draft plan of layout of work to be carried out at Mount Eff Farm, n.d., c .1882
(56 cm. x 80 cm. paper, pencil)


Plans of Mount Eff showing ground and first floor plans, and elevations, with measurements, n.d., c.1882 Scale: 8 inch to 1 foot [1:1.5] (probably 1 inch to 8 feet [1:96])
(66 cm. x 58 cm., paper, pencil)

 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/1088-1089)

Middleton Tyas

Papers regarding the re-building of "The Rookery" at Middleton Tyas for Mr. J.E. Backhouse, Esq., 1878


Copy of tender of R. & S. Adamson for the re-building of the Rookery at Middleton Tyas, 11 December 1878
(paper, 1 file)


Copies of bills of quantities for excavating, bricklaying, masonry, plastering, painting, slating, carpentry, plumbing and glazing required in re-building "The Rookery" at Middleton Tyas for J. Backhouse, December 1878
(paper, 5 booklets)

 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/1090-1091)

Newsham

Papers regarding work carried out at Newsham Grange (Westholme Hall and South Thorpe are also mentioned) for J.L. Thompson, 1896 - 1897


Tender and estimate for conversion of small granary into bedroom at Newsham Grange for J. L. Thompson, 4 September 1896
(paper, 1 file)


Plan showing alterations to kitchen at Newsham Grange, July 1897 No scale
(42 cm. x 34 cm., paper, pencil)

Construction of fencing (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/1092-1098)

Papers concerned with fencing to be done at Newsham Grange, 1896, including: (1) Specification and costings note (2) Rough calculations (3) Tender to supply fencing from Robert Spence (4) Tender from Geo. Denham to supply fencing (5) Rough accounts
(paper, 1 file)


Estimate for proposed fence wall at Newsham Grange for J.L. Thompson of Westholme Hall, n.d., c.1896
(paper, 1 folio)


Estimate for construction of wall and garden enclosure and stall divisions at Newsham Grange for J.L. Thompson, n.d., c.1896
(paper, 1 file)


Plan of garden fencing at Newsham Grange, n.d., c.1896 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(64 cm. x 12 cm., tracing paper, ink)


Plan of fencing at Newsham Grange, n.d., c.1896 No scale
(66 cm. x 44 cm., paper, ink)


number not used


Plan of garden fencing at Newsham Grange, 21 November 1896 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(20 cm. x 50 cm., paper, pencil)

Alterations to stables (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/1099-1102)

Specification relating to stable at Newsham Grange, n.d., c.1896
(paper, 1 folio)


Plan of proposed stabled fittings at Newsham Grange, showing elevation and layout, n.d., c.1896 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48] Endorsed: Accounts relating to Newsham Grange stable
(paper, pencil)


Papers concerned with stables at Newsham Grange being notes on stall, post stone and floor, also rough Sketch, n.d., c.1896 (13 cm. x 13 cm., paper,


Notes and sketches of Newsham Grange stable, n.d., c.1896 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(paper, pencil, ink)

Construction of Cow Byre (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/1103-1106)

Estimates and specifications relating to new 10 stall byre at Newsham Grange for J.L. Thompson to be carried out by R. & S. Adamson, n.d., c.1896
(paper, 1 file)


Plan of proposed byre at Newsham Grange showing layout and elevation, n.d., c.1896
(52 cm. x 16 cm., paper, ink, pencil)


Plan of proposed byre at Newsham Grange, n.d., c.1896 No scale
(21 cm. x 33 cm., paper, pencil)


Plan of proposed byre at Newsham Grange, n.d., c.1896 Scale: 1/2 inch to 1 foot [1:24]
(20 cm. x 32 cm., paper, ink, partially coloured)

Construction of cake house (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/1107-1109)

Plan of proposed cake house at Newsham Grange, April 1896 Endorsed: Sketch from the journal British Architect
(24 cm. x 38 cm., paper, pencil)


Plan relating to Newsham Grange Cake and Meal house, showing layout of outbuildings, n.d., c.1896 Scale: 1/2 inch to 1 foot [1:24]
(40 cm. x 34 cm., paper, ink, partially coloured)


Papers concerned with alteration of small byre to cake and meal house at Newsham Grange, includes: letter from J.L. Thompson to Adamson requesting the above work to be done and giving details and accounts for work, n.d., c.1897
(paper, 3 folios)

Miscellaneous Works (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/1110-1119)

Statement of tenders for J.L. Thompson relating to works at Newsham Grange Farm, n.d., c.1896
(paper, 1 folio)


Correspondence from Joseph L. Thompson to R. & S. Adamson, relating to building works carried out at Newsham Grange by R. & S. Adamson, 11 May 1896 to 16 July 1897
(paper, 8 folios)


Correspondence from Byers & Sons, timber merchants, Stockton, and Thomas Walker, timber merchant, West Hartlepool, to R. & S. Adamson relating to Newsham Grange and South Thorpe, 18 and 19 September 1896
(paper, 1 file)


Account relating to work at Newsham Grange and Westholme Hall, n.d., c .1896
(paper, 1 folio)


Note "Newsham Grange Westholme letters and Scraps, 1896-1897
(paper, 1 folio)


Particulars of timber for Newsham Grange, Greta Bridge Farm and South Thorpe, n.d., c.1896
(paper, 1 file)


Estimate concerning works carried out by R. & S. Adamson at Newsham Grange for Joseph L. Thompson, March 1897
(paper, 2 folios)


number not used


Plans showing elevation and layout at Newsham Grange, 31 May 1897 No scale
(21 cm. x 14 cm., paper, ink and 20 cm. x 13 cm., paper, pencil)


Specification for painting work required at Newsham Grange, August 1899 (paper, 1 bundle) N.B. Although the documents state that the work was carried out for J.L. Thompson, Kelly ' s directories for the years 1890 and 1902 state that Newsham Grange was owned by Mr. W.T. Hustler of Acklam Hall. Mr. Thompson being the owner and occupier of Westholme Hall.

Papers regarding the construction of a cottage at Newsham for Mr. F. Scarth Beadon, 1909 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/1120-1122)

Ground plan and elevation of cottage (at Newsham for F. Scarth Beadon), n.d., c.1909 No scale
(54 cm. x 62 cm., paper, pencil)


Estimate of R. & S Adamson for alterations and additions required at cottage at Newsham for F. Scarth Beadon, n.d., c.1909
(paper, 1 file)


Notes and calculations of R. & S Adamson relating to alteration of cottage at Newsham for F. Scarth Beadon, 18 October 1909
(paper, 1 file)

Papers regarding work carried out at Newsham Colliery, 1915 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/1123-1126)

Plan for grating to cover pit shaft at Newsham Colliery for Mr. Guthrie, with measurements, 5 January 1915 No scale
(25 1/2 cm. x 27 1/2 cm., paper, ink)


Correspondence b etween J.R. Guthrie and Miss Hoggs, 12 Victoria Avenue, Whitley Bay, agent for Peat & Co., concerning the wishes of Peat & Co., owners, with regard to the work being done in making safe the shafts at Westholme [or Newsham, both used] Colliery now disused and regarding payment for above work, 19 May to 22 July 1915
(paper, 1 file)


Plan to show grating [to be placed over mineshaft at Newsham Colliery] with measurements, n.d., c.1915 No scale
(52 cm. x 54 cm., paper, pencil)


As D/Ad 1/1/1125, n.d., c.1915 No scale
(paper, pencil)

 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/1127-1131)

Piercebridge

Papers regarding alterations made to a cottage at Piercebridge occupied by Mr. Stephen Clark, 1904


Draft plan of roof and 1st floor, cross section (alteration to property of Stephen Clark), n.d., c.1904 No scale
(27 cm x 40 cm., paper, pencil)


Specifications (of R. & S. Adamson) relating to alterations carried out to property of Stephen Clark at Piercebridge, 1904
(paper, 1 booklet)


Draft plan of alterations to roof and staircase on property of Stephen Clark shows cross section and layout, n.d. Scale: 1/2 inch to 1 foot [1:24]
(36 cm x 41 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Plans of staircase for Mr Clark, Piercebridge, showing elevation and cross section, n.d., c.1904 Scale: 1/2 inch to 1 foot [1:24]
(36 cm. x 41 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Specification and plan relating to removal of outbuildings and building of extension to Old Mill at Piercebridge, 19 April 1905 (paper, 2 folios) Plan of layout and cross section No scale
(20 cm x 37 cm., linen, pencil, ink, partially coloured)