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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 4)

Covering Dates: 1865-1918

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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 1/1/1893-1 1/1/1894)

Papers regarding work carried out at Westholme Hall, Winston, for Mr. Joseph Lowes Thompson, J.P., the owner and occupier

Additions and alterations, 1887 - 1900


Letter from Joseph L. Thompson, Sunderland, to R. & S. Adamson, Gainford, concerning work to be done for him, 7 January 1895
(paper, 1 folio)


Letters from Messrs. Milburn, architects and valuers, 20 Fawcett Street, Sunderland, to R. & S. Adamson concerning work to be done for Mr. J.L. Thompson at Westholme Hall, 18 February and 1 March 1887
(paper, 3 folios)

Papers regarding work carried out at White Cross, 1876, 1889, 1890, 1895 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/1736-1738)

Plans of work to be carried out (by R. & S. Adamson) showing elevation and cross sections, measurements shown, 1889 (1) No scale (33 cm. x 50 cm., paper, pencil) (2) No scale (38 cm. x 29 cm., paper, pencil) (3) Scale: 1/2 inch to 1 foot [1:24] (15 cm. x 62 cm., tracing paper, pencil)
(3 folios)


Draft plan for windows at summer house of Mr. Stephenson (by R. & S. Adamson), n.d., c.1890 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(33 cm. x 41 cm., paper, pencil)


Plan of barn for Mr. Stephenson of White Cross showing ground plan, with measurements, n.d., c.1895 Scale: 1 inch to 8 feet [1:96]
(21 cm. x 37 cm., linen, ink, two colours)

Miscellaneous (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/1739-1740)

Part of bill from R. & S. Adamson to His Grace the Duke of Cleveland. Also on reverse rough notes about house, November 1880
(paper, 1 folio)


Plan of J. Fawcett, relating to covered fold at Dyance Farm, n.d., c.1900 Scale: 1/8 inch to 1 foot [1:96]
(28 cm. x 33 cm., tracing paper, two inks)


Papers regarding the construction of a farm house at Old Lodge for Lord Barnard, including: bills of quantity by W. Livesey, architect, Raby Castle; specification; and tenders see D/Ad 1/1/1237 as included on same sheets as Blakeley, June 1895
(paper, 1 folio, 3 files)

Redcar (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/1741)

Plan showing masonry details for work to be carried out at Kirkleatham Hall near Redcar, July 1865 Endorsed: draft notes No scale
(20 cm. x 32 cm., paper, ink)

 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/1742-1745)

Rokeby Estate

Papers regarding work carried out by R. & S. Adamson on the Estates of the Morritt family of Rokeby park, Rokeby, includes work carried out at Brignall, Burnthouse Gate, and Fylingthorpe

Brignall

Papers regarding construction of new buildings at farm tenanted by Mr. Watson at Greta Bridge, Brignall, 1896


Draft estimate for new buildings at Greta Bridge Farm of Mr. Watson on Morritt Estate, 1896
(5 papers)


Specifications for work required at Greta Bridge farm buildings, June 1896
(4 papers)


Sketch of roofing and calculations relating to Greta Bridge Farm, n.d., c.1896 No scale
(1 plan, 20 cm. x 12 cm., paper, pencil)


Draft plan of roofing, showing measurements, n.d., c.1897 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(1 plan, 20 cm. x 12 cm., paper, pencil)

Papers regarding the construction of and additions to a farmhouse at Brignall for the executors of the late R.A. Morritt, Esq. 1898 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/1746-1785)

Specification of works required to be done in additions and alterations to farm buildings at Brignall, by Jno. Harris, architect, Nottingham, 9 March 1898
(1 file)


Two copies of bills of quantities for erection of farm house at Brignall for the executors of the late R.A. Morritt, by Jno. Harris, architect, of Nottingham, 1898
(2 files)


Specification of works and description of materials needed in erecting a farmhouse at Brignall near Barnard Castle for the executors of R.A. Morritt, Esq., 12 February 1898
(11 papers)


Specification of work and description of materials required in erecting a farmhouse at Brignall near Barnard Castle for the executors of R.A. Morritt, Esq., 12 February 1898
(1 paper, 1 file)


Specification and tender for timber for Brignall and invoices for timber from Thos. Walker & Co., timber merchants, West Hartlepool, to R. & S. Adamson: , 13 April - 22 June 1898
(5 papers)


Notice to contractors concerning quantities for new farmhouse and alterations and additions to Birkhouse Farm, Brignall, April 1898
(1 paper)


List of timber required for Brignall and list of sums owed to Walker & Watson, timber merchants, n.d., c.1898
(1 paper)


Price quotation from Byers & Son, timber merchants at Stockton-on-Tees to R. & S. Adamson concerning farmhouse at Brignall, 7 May 1898
(1 paper)


Notebook of R. & S. Adamson containing calculations relating to farmhouse at Brignall, May 1898
(1 booklet)


Correspondence from J.F.B. Baker of Barnard Castle to R. & S. Adamson, concerning new farmhouse at Brignall, 9 May 1898 - 21 April 1899
(4 papers)


Plans of Brignall farmhouse near Barnard Castle by Jno. Harris, architect, Nottingham, showing ground and first floor layouts, roof plan, south and east elevations, with measurements, n.d., c.1898 Scale not shown
(1 plan, 92 cm. x 62 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


Plans of Brignall Farmhouse near Barnard Castle by Jno. Harris, architect, Nottingham, showing rear elevation and cross sections, n.d., c.1898 Scale: 1 inch to 4 feet [1:48]
(1 plan, 80 cm. x 64 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


number not used


Plans of farmhouse at Brignall showing back and side elevations and cross sections, n.d., c.1898 Scale: 1 inch to 4 feet [1:48]
(1 plan, 80 cm. x 64 cm., waxed paper, ink)


Plans of farmhouse at Brignall by J. Harris, architects, Nottingham, showing south and east elevations, ground and first floor and roof plans n.d., c.1898 Scale: 1 inch to 4 feet [1:48]
(1 plan, 80 cm. x 64 cm., waxed paper, ink)


Plan showing details of farmhouse roof at Brignall by J. Harris, architect, Nottingham, 17 June 1898 Scales: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12] for elevation and full size [1:1] for details
(1 plan, 80 cm. x 64 cm., waxed paper, pencil)


Letters from Joseph White, Marwood Quarry, and J. Longstaff of Mickleton to R. & S. Adamson regarding the supply of slates to Adamson, the former refusing the latter accepting the job, 5 & 6 July 1898
(2 papers)


Correspondence between R. & S. Adamson and J.F.B. Baker, Rokeby Grove, Barnard Castle, concerning the roof letting in water at Brignall and attempts by Adamson to repair it, also a list made by Adamson of above letters and their contents, 27 July 1898 - 14 January 1899
(9 papers)


Letters from J. Harris, architect, Nottingham to R. & S. Adamson, concerning the building of farmhouse at Brignall, 11 August 1898 -19 April 1899
(2 papers)


Plan showing details of staircase and banisters at Brignall farmhouse, 20 August 1898 No scale
(1 plan, 18 cm. x 60 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Plan by J. Harris, architect, of stair balustrade for Brignall farm, n.d. c.1898 Scale: Full size [1:1]
(1 plan, 16 cm. x 100 cm., paper, pencil)


Plan of staircase at farmhouse at Brignall for the executors of R.A. Morritt, shows ground and first floor plan and sections, 20 August 1898 Scale: 1/2 inch to 1 foot [1:24]
(1 plan, 62 cm. x 42 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


Draft letter from R. & S. Adamson concerning supply of materials for farmhouse at Brignall, n.d.[c.1898]
(1 paper)


List of stones required alongside list of stones ordered (for Brignall farmhouse), n.d., c.1898
(1 paper)


List of materials for which carriage paid to Gainford, n.d., c.1898
(1 paper)


List of measurements needed for filling in doors (at Brignall farmhouse), n.d., c.1898
(1 paper)


List of rough measurements, n.d., c.1898
(1 paper)


Template of Boomerang shape, n.d., c.1898
(1 paper)


Empty (unposted envelope) addressed to J.F.B. Baker, Esq., Rokeby Grove, Barnard Castle, n.d., c.1898
(1 paper)


Rough notes concerning amounts of materials needed in various rooms, n.d., c.1898
(1 paper)


Empty envelope addressed to Jno. Harris, architect, n.d., c.1898
(1 paper)


Various notes and calculations concerning Brignall farmhouse including: rough accounts; comparison of estimates; measurements of work and timber list, n.d., c.1898
(16 papers)


Various notes and calculations of R. & S. Adamson relating to farmhouse at Brignall, 1898
(4 papers)


Plan showing detail of windows at Brignall farmhouse, n.d., c.1898 Scale: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12]
(1 plan, 40 cm. x 36 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Accounts from R. & S. Adamson to the trustees of the late R.A. Morritt, for work done at Brignall farm on the Rokeby Estate, 4 October 1898
(2 papers)


Bill of quantities for alterations and additions to Tennets farm buildings at Brignall for the executors of the late R.A. Morritt, Esq., by Jno. Harris, architect, 1898
(1 file)


Plans related to alterations to farm buildings at Brignall, showing elevation and ground and first floor layouts, with measurements, 1898 Scale: 1 inch to 8 feet [1:96]
(1 plan, 64 cm. x 60 cm., waxed paper, ink)


Bills of quantity for waggon shed at Brignall for the executors of the late R.A. Morritt, Esq., by Jno. Harris, architect, Nottingham, 1898
(2 files)


Plan of waggon shed for Tennet's farm at Brignall, drawn by Jno. Harris, architect, Nottingham, 1898 Scale: 1 inch to 4 feet [1:48]
(1 plan, 52 cm. x 40 cm., linen, ink)


Plans of waggon shed for Tennet's farm at Brignall, by Jno. Harris, architect, Nottingham, 1898 Scale: 1 inch to 4 feet [1:48]
(56 cm. x 40 cm., linen, ink)

Papers regarding work carried out at the Morritt Arms Public House, 1896 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/1786-1794)

Specification of work required in altering coach house at the Morritt Arms, July 1896
(2 papers)


Quotations for timber prices from J. Byers and Son at Stockton-on-Tees; Thos. Walker, West Hartlepool and Cargo Fleet Timber yards at Middlesbrough, also list of R. Adamson comparing these prices, July 1896
(5 papers)


Notices of delivery of timber from Joshua Byers & Son at Stockton-on- Tees to R. & S. Adamson, 20-22 July 1896
(3 papers, 1 card)


Draft plan showing sections and layout of coach house at the Morritt Arms, n.d., c.1896
(1 plan, 44 cm. x 34 cm., paper, pencil)


Calculations of R. & S. Adamson, relating to work done at the Morritt Arms, Greta Bridge, n.d. , c.1896
(1 paper)


Note of R. Adamson relating to work at coach house of the Morritt Arms, 22 July 1896
(1 paper)


Notebook of R. & S. Adamson, containing calculations relating to building of the Morritt Arms, 1896
(1 booklet)


Copy of accounts of R. & S. Adamson for erection of buildings at the Morritt Arms for the trustees of the late R.A. Morritt, 21 November 1896
(1 paper)


Draft account of R. & S. Adamson of work done on outbuildings and coach house at the Morritt Arms, Greta Bridge, 1896
(6 papers)

Burnt House Gate (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/1795)

Bill of quantities for joiners work for Lodge at Burnt House Gate, n.d., c.1880
(paper, 2 folios)

 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/1796-1803)

Thorpe

Property named Fylingthorpe near Fylingdales

Papers regarding work carried out at Thorpe Hall, tenanted by Mrs. E. Knowles, comprising construction of Filter Beds, 1897 and alterations, 1901

Filter Beds, 1897


Plan showing filter bed at Thorpe Hall, n.d., c.1897 Scale: 1/2 inch to 1 foot [1:24]
(1 plan, 31 cm. x 31 cm., linen, ink)


Draft plan of filter bed at Thorpe Hall, shows measurements, n.d., c.1897 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(1 plan, 21 cm. x 15 cm., paper, pencil)


Catalogue of goods available from Andrew Potter, manufacturer of outdoor clothing and coverings, Wolverhampton, n.d., c.1897
(1 booklet)


Bill from Stephen Hogg & Sons, Wycliffe Saw Mills, to R. & S. Adamson for goods bought, 12 June 1897
(1 paper)


Letter from J.F.B. Baker at Barnard Castle to R. Adamson, relating to filter bed system at Thorpe Hall, 1 July 1897
(1 paper)


number not used


Various notes and calculations of R. & S. Adamson referring to filter beds at Thorpe Hall, n.d., c.1897
(5 papers)


Draft plan of room showing positions of fireplace and window, n.d., c.1897 No scale
(1 plan, 31 cm. x 28 cm., paper, pencil)

Alterations, 1901 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/1804-1825)

Letters to R. & S. Adamson being quotations for prices of goods or work for the work at Thorpe Hall, includes: Sykes & Co. ironmongers, D7arlington; H. Harwood, builder, Darlington, for leading stone from Quarry and Young & Marten, ironmongers, Stratford, London, 6 March, 23 March and 15 April 1901
(3 papers)


Letters from Mrs. E. Knowles, Hutton Hall, Marston, Yorkshire, to Mr. Adamson concerning the work at Thorpe Hall, includes: accepting Adamsons contract for the work and requesting that more be done in cottage and requesting a meeting at Thorpe Hall in order for her to choose wallpaper, 23 March and 24 April 1901
(2 papers)


Rough bill of quantities for proposed additions and alterations to Thorpe Hall for Mrs. Knowles, 13 March 1901
(1 paper)


Plans of Thorpe Hall stables showing layout, elevation and cross section with measurements, n.d., c.1901 Scale: 1/8 inch to 1 foot [1:96]
(1 plan, 10 cm. x 30 cm., linen, ink)


Rough sketch of ironwork inside stable (at Thorpe Hall), n.d., c.1901 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(1 plan, 13 cm. x 21 cm., paper, pencil)


List of timber ordered for Thorpe Hall, n.d., c.1901
(1 paper)


List of timber and stone needed for Thorpe Hall stables, n.d., c.1901
(1 paper)


List of timber for Thorpe Hall and note of where to be fixed, n.d., c.1901
(1 paper)


Notes concerning materials needed for folding doors and gates (at Thorpe Hall), n.d., c.1901
(1 paper)


Various papers concerned with the wallpaper for the bedroom and dressing room at Thorpe Hall, including: note from G. Edge that Mrs. Knowles wishes to choose the paper herself; notice from Dunn & Sons paper manufacturers, Newcastle, giving time of delivery of ordered paper and note from G. Edge that Mrs. Knowles has changed her mind and wishes the order for paper changing, n.d., c.1901
(3 papers)


Various rough notes and calculations concerned with the work at Thorpe Hall, includes: empty envelope labelled Thorpe Hall, 1901; notes about ironmongery in outbuilding; note about size of glass; calculations headed John Dunn & Sons and notes on folding doors, n.d., c.1901
(10 papers)


Letter from Swainston Adamson, Thorpe Hall, concerning the sending of a cart for Charles' possessions and a grate stone, n.d., c.1901
(1 paper)


Letters to R. & S. Adamson from George Edge, Hutton Hall, Marston, Yorkshire, concerning the progress of work at Thorpe Hall, including: stable ventilators; a visit by Mr. Edge to Thorpe Hall; patterns (for wall tiles) and their cost; and imminant arrival of Mr. Edge to occupy Hall and requiring stable to be ready; and requesting the fitting of stench traps to drains before arrival, 21 March - 3 May 1901
(5 papers)


Letter to R. & S. Adamson from Chris. Hedley, ironmonger, Barnard Castle, being an acknowledgement of an order, 25 March 1901
(1 paper)


Letter to R. & S. Adamson from George H. Hartley, quarry owner, Darlington, being a letter to accompany a receipt and a quotation for rubble for Thorpe Hall, 27 March 1901
(1 paper)


Letter written on paper headed March Hutton Hall, Marston, Yorkshire, (to R. & S. Adamson from G. Edge) requesting that Mr. Adamson push on with the work at Thorpe Hall as she has a tenant for Hutton Hall and wishes to move to Thorpe as soon as possible, 1901
(1 paper)


Letters, postcards and note from A. Walker, Winston, to R. & S. Adamson concerning the progress of work at Thorpe Hall, in particular: the boiler; the furnace lid; requesting two trestles and stool; stable ventilators; folding doors and a meeting at Thorpe Hall, 6 April and 23 May 1901
(3 papers, 2 cards)


Postcards to R. & S. Adamson being notices of delivery of goods from: Kayll & Co., Leeds, glassmakers; John Wandless, slate merchant, Darlington; Lear & Sons, ironmongers; R. Varvill & Sons Ltd., York sending casement fastenings; and Young & Marten, Stratford, London, sending hooks, 17 April - 2 May 1901
(5 cards)


Letter from Young & Marten, ironfounders, Stratford, to R. & S. Adamson being a notice of delivery of manger sets, 26 April 1901
(1 paper)


Telegram from Hedley the plumber to Adamson requesting a meeting at Thorpe Hall about boiler, and postcard from C. Hedley, Barnard Castle, to Mr Adamson, builder, Gainford, asking him to send Mason to Thorpe Hall to fix the boiler, 16 May - 7 June 1901
(1 paper, 1 card)


Letter from William Oliver, Rokeby, Barnard Castle, to R. Adamson regarding a band on doors and incorporating a sketch of aforementioned doors, 7 June 1901
(1 paper)


Two delivery tickets addressed to R. & S. Adamson, Gainford from W. Harriman & Co. Ltd., Newcastle upon Tyne, with "Coniscliffe April 1901" written across, April 1901
(2 cards)

Papers regarding alterations made to South Thorpe Farm, 1896 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/1826-1828)

Estimate of R. & S. Adamson for alterations at South Thorpe Farm, owned by trustees of late R.A. Morritt, 1896
(3 papers)


Notebook of R. & S. Adamson containing calculations relating to timber required at South Thorpe, October 1896
(1 booklet)


Copy of account of R. & S. Adamson of erection of farm building at South Thorpe for the trustees of R.A. Morritt, 1896
(2 papers)

Romaldkirk (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/1829)

Bill of quantities of William Livesey, architect, Raby Castle, for erection of house at Romaldkirk for Dr. Atkinson, August 1882
(paper, 1 file)

Papers regarding the construction of a cottage at Romaldkirk,, c.1908 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/1830-1831)

Specifications relating to construction of cottage at Romaldkirk, n.d., c.1908
(paper, 2 files)


Quotation from N.E.R. Co. of rates for carriage of goods on goods trains to R. & S. Adamson, 27 July 1908
(paper, 1 folio)

Saltburn (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/1832)

Bill of quantities of William Peachey, architect. to R. & S. Adamson for works carried out on Zetland Hotel at Saltburn on Sea, n.d., c.1880
(paper, 1 booklet)

 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/1833-1839)

Saltersgill

Papers regarding the construction of a house for Capt. Temple, 1870


Copies of bill of quantities for erection of villa at Yarm for Captain Temple, May 1870
(paper, 2 files)


Tender from James Hope, plasterer, Darlington, to R. Duck, builder, for plastering required at Captain Temple's house, Saltersgill, 27 May 1870
(paper, 1 folio)


Correspondence from John Tarran, bricklayer, to R. & S. Adamson and copies of contracts of J. Tarran, concerning construction of house at Saltersgill for Capt. Temple, 11 June 1870 - 24 January 1871
(paper, 1 bundle)


Accounts of W. Scott and R. Duck, mason, debited to R. & S. Adamson for work carried out at Saltersgill for Captain Temple, 27 June 1870 - 19 December 1871
(paper, 8 folios)


Letters from R. Duck to R. & S. Adamson concerning a dispute about apprenticeship fee of R. Duck's son, 15 August - 19 December 1870
(paper, 1 bundle)


Notes and calculations of R. & S. Adamson, relating to construction of house at Saltersgill for Capt. Temple, n.d., c.1870
(paper, 2 folios)


Tender from E. Godley to R. & S. Adamson for plastering required at house at Saltersgill for Capt. Temple, 19 January 1871
(paper, 1 folio)

 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/1840-1853)

Sledwick Hall near Barnard Castle

Papers regarding additions and alterations to Sledwick Hall for Mr. Reginald Pease, 1914


Two copies of estimate of R. & S. Adamson for alterations and enlargements at Sledwick Hall, Barnard Castle, owned by Reginald Pease. Estimate drawn up by Arthur C. Martin, architect, London, February 1914
(paper, 2 booklets)


Correspondence from H. Blackburn, surveyor, at Tunbridge Wells and Arthur C. Martin, architect, at London concerning contract relating to Sledwick Hall, also letter from Robert Brown, Sanitary Inspector, Barnard Castle Rural District Council, concerning recommendation of R. Adamson for the work, 13-24 March 1914
(paper, 1 file)


Various price lists for building materials for Sledwick Hall, including those from R. Blackett & Son, brick manufacturers, Darlington, J. & R. Ritchie, iron founders, Middlesborough, C.P. Kinnell & Co. iron founders, Thornaby-on-Tees, the North Bitchburn Coal Co. Ltd., Darlington, J. Atkinson & Son, slater, Darlington, and the Buntersett Quarries Co. Ltd., Hawes, Yorkshire, 23-27 March 1914
(paper, 1 file)


Various tenders for joinery, plumbing, electricity, slating, plastering, varnishing and smithwork required at Sledwick Hall. Includes those from T. Metcalfe, decorator, Darlington, Masters & Biniring, plasterers, Middlesborough, Guthrie & Son, builders, Darlington, B. McDermia & Son, painters, Darlington, J. Atkinson & Son, builders, Darlington, Sykes & Co. engineers, Darlington and T. Armistead & Son, engineers, 28-31 March 1914
(paper, 1 file)


Comparison of tenders from various builders, including R. & S. Adamson for works to Sledwick Hall and cottages, n.d., c.1914
(paper, 1 folio)


Copy of letter from R. & S. Adamson to R.J. Snaith & Son, Darlington concerning tender for Sledwick Hall and cottages, 30 March 1914
(paper, 1 folio)


Rough notes of R. Adamson relating to the tender for works required at Sledwick Hall, n.d., c.1914
(paper, 1 file)


Plan showing north, south, east and west elevations of Sledwick Hall, n.d., c.1914 Scale: 1 inch to 8 feet [1:96]
(76 cm. x 54 cm., paper, ink, partially coloured)


Plan showing sections of Sledwick Hall at Barnard Castle, n.d., c.1914 Scale: 1 inch to 8 feet [1:96]
(76 cm. x 54 cm., paper, ink, partially coloured)


Ground floor plan of Sledwick Hall at Barnard Castle, n.d., c.1914 Scale: 1 inch to 8 feet [1:96]
(65 cm. x 46 cm., paper, ink, partially coloured)


Plan of first floor of Sledwick Hall at Barnard Castle, n.d., c.1914 Scale: 1 inch to 8 feet [1:96]
(66 cm. x 54 cm., paper, ink, partially coloured)


Plan of attic at Sledwick Hall, n.d., c.1914 Scale: 1 inch to 8 feet [1:96]
(66 cm. x 54 cm., paper, ink, partially coloured)


Plan showing elevations and sections of cottages at Sledwick Hall, n.d., c.1914 Scale: l inch to 7 feet [1:84]
(66 cm. x 48 cm., paper, printed)


Ground, first floor and roof plans of cottages at Sledwick Hall for Reginald Pease, n.d., c.1914 Scale: 1 inch to 7 feet [1:84]
(55 cm. x 37 cm., paper, ink)

Staindrop (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/1854-1855)

Bill of quantities for works by excavator, mason, bricklayer and plasterer required in erection of two houses at Staindrop for Mark Wright, William Livesey, architect, 8 March 1878
(paper, 1 file)


number not used

Stony Keld (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/1856)

Plans of cart lodges and cow houses at Stony Keld Farm showing layout and elevations, by Palliser & Sons, building surveyors, Northallerton, n.d., c.1879
(17 1/2 cm. x 52 cm., tracing paper, pencil)

Walworth near Heighington (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/1857)

Bills of quantities for new gate house at Walworth castle for Gerald P.U. Aylmer, Esq., by G.G. Hoskins, Esq., architect, Darlington, November 1877
(paper, 1 booklet)

 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/1858-1862)

Wemmergill

Papers regarding the construction of cottages at Wemmergill


General conditions and joiners specification to be carried out at Wemmergill, n.d., c.1887
(paper, 2 folios, 1 file)


Letters from various correspondents being tenders to supply work and material to Adamson for Wemmergill, correspondents include: T & W.B Dent, flag and stone merchants, Mickleton, James Hartley's Stone Quarry, Staindrop, J & G Wharton, slate merchant, Darlington, and T. Robinson & Sons, plasterers, Darlington, May 1887
(paper, 1 file)


Plans of cottages showing layouts elevations with detailed stone work and cross sections with measurements, n.d., c.1887 No scale
(40 cm x 60 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Plans of cottages showing elevations, ground and first floor layouts and cross section, with measurements, n.d., c. 1887 No scale
(54 cm x 44 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Part of plan showing roof, n.d., c.1887 No scale
(2 papers, 9 cm. x 12 cm. and 11 cm. x 12 cm., both irregular, tracing paper, ink)

 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/1863-1866)

West Auckland

St. Helen's Colliery, West Auckland

Papers regarding the construction of 26 cottages at West Auckland for J. Pease & Partners, 1870


Estimate (of R. & S. Adamson) for construction of 26 cottages at St. Helen's Colliery, West Auckland, n.d., c.1870
(paper, 1 folio)


Rough calculations (probably concerning construction of cottages at St. Helen's Colliery), n.d., c.1870
(paper, 1 folio)


Tender by J. & G. Wharton, slaters, Darlington, for works in construction of 26 cottages at St. Helen's Colliery, J. (Granson ?) being architect, 16 July 1870
(paper, 1 folio)


Tender of Renshaw and Walker, joiners, Darlington, to R. & S. Adamson, Gainford, for carpentry and painting in construction of 26 cottages at St. Helen's Colliery for J. Pease & Partners, 16 July 1876
(paper, 1 folio)

Papers regarding alterations made to a house in West Auckland for Mr. Tweddell, 1878 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/1867-1874)

Cancelled tenders of R. & S. Adamson concerning proposed alterations to house for Mr. F. Tweddell, 1878
(paper, 7 folios)


Calculations (of R. & S. Adamson) relating to materials needed for alterations to house and shop at West Auckland for Mr. Farrow Tweddell, 1878
(paper, 8 folios)


Accounts of R. & S. Adamson for masons work carried out on house at West Auckland for Mr. Tweddell, 1878
(paper, 1 booklet)


Account from Farrow Tweddell, Darlington, to R. & S. Adamson, Gainford, relating to alterations carried out by R. & S. Adamson to house and shop at West Auckland, April 1878
(paper, 1 file)


Bill of quantities for alterations to house and shop of Farrow Tweddell at West Auckland, April 1878
(paper, 5 folios, 1 file)


Specifications of plumber, glazier, mason, bricklayer and plasterer for alterations and additions to house and shop occupied by R.B. Riley at West Auckland for F. Tweddell, July 1878
(paper, 1 file)


Correspondence between R. & S. Adamson and others concerning alterations carried out to house and shop at West Auckland for Farrow Tweddell. Letters from Thomas Riley, seed merchant, of West Auckland, Richard Riley, draper, of West Auckland and F. Tweddell, West Auckland, 4 July to 3 September 1878
(paper, 6 folios)


Bill of quantities for 8 houses at West Auckland for Messrs. Spedding and Riley, by F.H. Livesey, architect, Bishop Auckland, 9 December 1897 Enclosed Tender for timber dated 11 February 1898, from William Browne & Sons, Darlington and note of total cost of houses above broken down into trades
(paper, 1 bundle)

 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/1875-1883)

West Hartlepool

Papers regarding additions and alterations to a house in West Hartlepool for Mr. George Hardy, 1879


Specification of painter s work required in alterations and additions to house occupied by and belonging to Mr. Geo. Hardy, West Hartlepool, 11 June 1879
(paper, 1 folio)


Quantities for proposed alterations and additions to house occupied by and belonging to Mr. George Hardy, West Hartlepool, 11 June 1879
(paper, 1 folio)


Memos from R. & S. Adamson, Gainford, to Mr. F. Adamson, West Hartlepool, concerning: Croxdale glass, G. Robson's account, boots, tender for Brough Church, 24 June and 10 July 1879
(paper, 2 folios)


Rough note (concerning work at George Hardy's house), c.1879, n.d.
(paper, 1 folio)


Various cancelled papers concerned with Mr. Hardy's house, includes: rough notes, extra work account, note of expenditure, 1879
(paper, 5 folios)


Note of costs of work done at Geo. Hardy's house at West Hartlepool, 1879
(paper, 1 folio)


Copies of accounts from Thos. Walker & Co., timber merchants, West Hartlepool, to R. & S. Adamson, sent by F.A. (Frederick Adamson) to G. Hardy, 1879
(paper, 4 folios)


Account for extra work done by R. & S. Adamson for George Hardy, labelled "Cancelled. Entered in day- book page 394", n.d., c.1879
(paper, 1 folio)


Copy of summary of accounts from R. & S. Adamson to George Hardy of West Hartlepool, September 1879
(paper, 1 folio)

West Newbiggin (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/1884)

Specifications and estimates relating to West Newbiggin Farm of Lord Londonderry, 1894
(paper, 1 bundle)

 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/1885-1892)

West Layton

Papers regarding work carried out at Layton Manor for Mr. John Easton, 1868


Various papers concerning buildings at Layton Manor including rough calculations, schedule of prices for West Layton, list of prices for Layton Manor and bill of quantities for painter, May 1868
(paper, 5 folios)


Various papers concerned with work at Layton Manor House, including: lists of prices, notes concerning work to be done, 1869
(paper, 1 file)


Letter from Mr. James Gibson, builder & valuer, Adelaide Cottage, Newcastle upon Tyne, to Mr. Adamson concerning work to be done by latter (under sub-contract to former) for Mr. Easton at Layton Manor, 10 October 1869 to 6 June 1870
(paper, 2 files)


Rough notes of work to be done for Mr. Easton, n.d., c.1870
(paper, 1 folio)


Diagram showing detail of eave course for stables at Layton Manor, initialed J.G. (James Gibson), n.d., c.1870
(53 cm. x 66 cm., paper, ink, partially coloured)


Specification of the several works required to be done in making alterations and additions to house at West Layton the property of John Easton, Esq., n.d., c.1870
(paper, 2 files)


Bill to John Easton, Esq. "For work done in building stables, coach house and hay shed", n.d., c.1870
(paper, 1 folio)


Bill of account for coach house, stable and hay shed at Layton Manor, 29 July 1870
(paper, 2 folios)

Lodge, 1895 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/1895-1898)

Plan of elevations and sections of proposed lodge at Westholme Hall, Winston-on-Tees, n.d., c.1895 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(100 cm. x 50 cm., tracing paper, ink)


Letter from R. Mascall, Old Packet Wharf, Middlesborough to R. & S. Adamson, Gainford, being a tender to do slating work at Westholme Lodge, 11 January 1895
(paper, 1 folio)


Papers concerning work at Westholme Hall for Joseph L. Thompson, MP., being accounts for work on lodge, extra room and conveniences, n.d., c.1896
(paper, 4 folios)


Specification for alterations and additions to Westholme Hall, 21 March 1896
(paper, 1 file)

Stables and Coach House, 1896 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/1899-1905)

Plan showing elevation and layout of stables, harness room and coach house at Westholme Hall, 6 May 1896 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(56 cm. x 42 cm., ink, partially coloured)


Plan showing coach house, with measurements, n.d., c.1896 No scale
(16 cm. x 9 cm., paper, pencil)


Tender for building stables, coach house and harness room at Westholme Hall, 11 May 1896
(paper, 1 file)


Blueprint of proposed stables at Westholme Hall, showing elevation and layout, 27 November 1896 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(48 cm. x 62 cm., blueprint)


"Full size detail of Corbel" for Westholme Hall stables, Winston, n.d., c.1896
(76 cm. x 94 cm., paper, ink, partially coloured)


Accounts relating to Westholme Hall Stables, 1896
(paper, 4 folios)


Ground plan of stable, coach house and yard at Westholme Hall, showing drainage, 1896 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(65 cm. x 46 cm., linen, ink)

Servants Rooms, Kitchen, Bathroom, Larder and Laundry, 1896-1897 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/1906-1930)

Letters from Emmerson Smith, gas fitter, G.R. Gent, plumber and Hartley Bros. stone merchants, to R. & S Adamson, builders, Gainford being tenders to supply materials and work, June 1896 to March 1897
(paper, 3 folios)


Original plan of servants' rooms, kitchen and laundry to be built at Westholme Hall, Winston-on-Tees, 6 May 1896 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(60 cm. x 100 cm., paper, ink, partially coloured)


Plan of servants' room and kitchen at Westholme Hall for Joseph Thompson, 6 May 1896 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(100 cm. x 56 cm., paper, ink, partially coloured)


Account of Mr. J. Davison of Gainford for £14 31s.5½d. for work done between January and July for R. & S. Adamson, 1875-1876 Endorsed: Plans of windows for bathroom, w.c. kitchen and dairy, with measurements, n.d., c.1896 No scale
(paper, 1 folio, pencil)


Plans showing servants' rooms, kitchen, coach house, stable, harness room, wash house and laundry at Westholme Hall, Winson-on-Tees, for J.L. Thompson, showing elevation and layout, 22 December 1896 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(80 cm. x 58 cm., paper, ink, partially coloured)


Plan of outbuildings and servants' quarters at Westholme Hall, 22 December 1896 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(92 cm. x 82 cm., paper, ink, pencil, partially coloured)


Quantities and specifications for harness Room, ash-house and laundry at Westholme Hall, 1897
(paper, 1 folio)


Specification for alterations for additional rooms and kitchen at Westholme Hall, 12 January 1897
(paper, 1 file)


Specification of new building harness room, wash house and laundry at Westholme Hall, n.d., c.1897
(paper, 1 file)


Specifications for work in harness room, wash house and laundry and additional bedrooms, n.d., c.1897
(paper, 1 folio)


Blueprint of proposed larder and scullery at Westholme Hall, Winston-on-Tees, 12 February 1897 Scale: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12]
(32 cm. x 38 cm., blueprint)


Plan of larder at Westholme Hall, Winston-on-Tees, 12 February 1897 Scale: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12]
(33 cm. x 24 cm., paper, ink, pencil)


Plan of larder, bathroom and dairy, with measurements, n.d., c.1897 No scale
(40 cm. x 30 cm., paper, pencil)


Copy of calendar of John Dove & Co., timber merchant at Newcastle-upon-Tyne, February 1897 Endorsed: Sketch of kitchen
(paper, 1 folio)


Letters from Joseph L. Thompson, Park Place East, Sunderland to R. & S. Adamson, Gainford, concerning work by Adamson at Westholme Hall, 6 June 1896 to 14 May 1897
(paper, 21 folios)


Quotation from C. Hartley Bros., stone merchants, Darlington to R. & S Adamson for supply of coping, 10 October 1896
(paper, 1 folio)


Letters from Joseph L. Thompson, Westholme Hall, to R. & S Adamson, requesting tender for proposed building at Westholme Hall, 27 November 1896
(paper, 2 folios)


Notes relating to quantity of lead pipes, 3 December 1896
(paper, 1 folio)


Quotation from Robert Varvill & Sons at York to R. & S. Adamson for supply of railing, 11 December 1896
(paper, 1 folio)


Compendium of building works carried out by R. & S. Adamson for J.L. Thompson, n.d., c.1896
(paper, 1 file)


Notes on possible ways of carrying out work at Westholme Hall, n.d., c.1896
(paper, 1 folio)


Note concerning price of plastering at Westholme, n.d., c.1896
(paper, 1 folio)


numbers not used


Specification for work at Westholme, n.d., c.1897-1897
(paper, 1 file)

Outbuildings, 1896-1897 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/1931-1945)

Plans relating to East Cow yard, Westholme Hall, property of Joseph L. Thompson, showing layout sections and elevations, 22 December 1896 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(50 cm. x 60 cm., paper, pencil, ink)


Papers concerned with the out offices at Westholme Hall, includes copy of estimate and rough notes, 19 February 1897
(paper, 3 folios)


Draft tender of R. & S. Adamson for construction of outbuildings at Westholme Hall, n.d., c.1897
(paper, 1 folio)


Plan of out offices at Westholme Hall, 10 March 1897 Scale: 1/4" to 1 foot [1:48]
(30 cm. x 52 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Plan of outbuildings at Westholme Hall for Mr. Thompson, 11 March 1897 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(21 cm. x 34 cm., tracing paper, ink)


Plans relating to Westholme Hall alterations being done by R. & S. Adamson for Joseph L. Thompson, showing layout of outbuildings, side elevation of out-building and layout and elevations of laundry and larder, 31 March 1897 No scale
(34 cm. x 21 cm., linen paper, ink, partially coloured, 3 folios, 1 file)


Diagram of last elevation of out offices, 1 April 1897 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(20 cm. x 13 cm., paper, pencil)


Plan showing east elevation of proposed outbuildings to Westholme Hall, 2 April 1897 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(20 cm. x 13 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Plan of proposed outbuildings at Westholme Hall, n.d., c.1897 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(56 cm. x 36 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Plans relating to Westholme Hall out offices showing ground plan, elevations and cross sections, n.d., c.1897 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(54 cm. x 28 cm., paper, pencil)


Draft account relating to construction of outbuildings, dog kennels, n.d., c.1897
(paper, 1 folio)


Copy of comparison of tenders between to 1896 and 1897 for work at Westholme Hall, 1896, 1897
(paper, 1 folio)


Tender for joiner's work at Westholme to Hall, 1896
(paper, 1 folio)


Bills of quantities relating to alterations and additions carried out to Westholme Hall, January 1897
(paper, 2 folios)


Correspondence from J.L. Thompson to R. & S. Adamson, relating to works carried out at Westholme Hall, 25 January to 29 November 1897
(paper, 8 folios)

Billiard Room, 1897 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/1946-1968)

Specifications of plasterer's work necessary in construction of billiard room at Westholme Hall, February 1897
(paper, 1 folio)


Copy of specifications for plumber for the proposed billiard hall at Westholme Hall, n.d., c.1897
(paper, 1 folio)


"Dimensions of Quantities for Billiard Room at Westholme Hall", n.d., c.1897
(paper, 1 booklet)


Estimate for new wing to Westholme Hall, Winston-on-Tees, for J.L. Thompson, architect is Hugh T.D. Hedley, Sunderland, n.d., c.1897
(paper, 1 file)


Job description for proposed billiard room at Westholme Hall for J.L. Thompson, February 1897
(paper, 1 booklet)


Notes relating to tender for construction of billiard room at Westholme Hall, n.d., c.1897
(paper, 1 folio)


Notes on particulars of the new billiard room at Westholme Hall, n.d., c.1897
(paper, 1 folio)


Tender for plastering work from Kingsland & Morgan for construction of billiard room at Westholme Hall, 23 February 1897
(paper, 1 folio)


Letter from Joseph L. Thompson at Sunderland to R. & S. Adamson concerning estimate for construction of billiard room and sundry works at Westholme Hall, 12 March 1897
(paper, 1 file)


Postcard from William Milburn, architect, 35 West Sunniside, Sunderland to R. & S. Adamson requesting the return of plans of billiard room for Mr. J.L. Thompson, 20 March 1897
(cardboard, 1 folio)


Plan of proposed billiard room at Westholme Hall, showing layout, sections and elevations, n.d., c.1897 Scale: 1 inch to 4 feet [1:48]
(94 cm. x 48 cm., linen, ink)


Specifications for various trades for the billiard room at Westholme Hall, n.d., c.1897
(paper, 2 folios)


Copy of plumber's specifications for Westholme Hall proposed billiard room, n.d., c.1897
(paper, 1 folio)


Letters from Joseph L. Thompson, Park Place East, Sunderland, to R. & S. Adamson, builders of Gainford concerning alterations and additions to Westholme Hall, 10 February - 10 July 1897
(paper, 1 file)


Quotation from Thomas Walker & Co. Saw Mills, West Hartlepool, to R. & S. Adamson for supply of timber, 13 February 1897
(paper, 1 folio)


Letter from W.H. Home, Albion Plaster Works, Bradford, Yorkshire, to R. & S. Adamson, Gainford, being a tender to supply plaster, 22 February 1897
(paper, 1 folio)


Letter and advertising material from H.J. & C. Major Ltd. Patent Tile Works, Bridgwater, concerning supply of tiles, 23 February 1897
(paper, 1 file)


Letter from Robert Varvill & Sons to R. & S. Adamson, Gainford, concerning carriage of goods supplied, 1 March 1897
(paper, 1 folio)


Telegram from Mr. Milburn, Sunderland, to Mr. Adamson, Gainford, concerning Adamson's tender, 8 March 1897
(paper, 1 folio)


Postcard from Simpson to Robert Adamson requesting a reply to his previous letters, 13 March 1897
(cardboard, 1 folio)


Plan of drain layout at Westholme Hall, 18 March 1897 No scale
(50 cm. x 46 cm., tracing paper, pencil, partially coloured)


Notes concerning Westholme drainage and sketch of "Angle for Barons Bend", n.d., c.1897 (12 cm. x 15 cm., tracing paper, pencil,


Letters from S. P. Keith of the Tynecastle Company to R. & S. Adamson, Gainford, concerning a reply to an earlier letter and a quotation for a ceiling, 18 - 26 March 1897
(paper, 2 folios)

Fencing and Gateway, 1897 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/1969-1998)

Plans of roof, n.d., c.1897 No scale
(36 cm. x 30 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Plan showing fencing and gateway proposed for Westholme Hall, n.d., c.1897 Scale: 1/2 inch to 1 foot [1:24]
(64 cm. x 18 cm., paper, pencil)


Plans relating to gateway at Westholme Hall, n.d., c.1897 Scale: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12]
(42 cm. x 32 cm., paper, ink)


Street plan relating to Westholme, n.d., c.1897 Scale. 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(55 cm. x 32 cm., paper, pencil)


Plans of two buildings showing ground and first floor layouts, sections and elevations with measurements, by R. & S. Adamson, Gainford, n.d., c.1897 Scale: 8 feet to 1 inch [1:96]
(72 cm. x 54 cm., paper, ink)


Plans of door for Westholme Hall, n.d., c.1897 Scale: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12]
(20 cm. x 28 cm., paper, pencil)


Plans showing details of windows, chimneys, ceilings, n.d., c.1897 Scales: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12] detail of cable over window 4 feet to 1 inch [1:48] Longitudinal section
(94 cm. x 48 cm., linen, ink)


Plan of panels and windows proposed for Westholme Hall, n.d., c.1897 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(8 cm. x 23 cm., tracing paper, ink)


Plan showing details of bay window at Westholme Hall, n.d., c.1897 No scale
(48 cm. x 44 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Plan showing layout of Westholme Hall, Winston-on-Tees, 8 November 1897 Scale: 1/8 inch to 1 foot [1:96]
(84 cm. x 54 cm., paper, ink)


Plan of shop window for Westholme Hall, with measurements, n.d., c.1897 Scale: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12]
(36 cm. x 21 cm., paper, ink, partially coloured)


Plan of widows with cross section and elevation, with measurements, n.d., c.1897 No scale
(32 cm. x 22 cm., paper, ink)


Plans showing windows, n.d., c.1897 No scale
(26 cm. x 22 cm., paper, ink)


Plans showing details of copings, jambs and cornices, with front elevation, with measurements, n.d., c.1897 Scale: 1/2 inch to 1 foot [1:24] and full scale [1:1]
(106 cm. x 60 cm., tracing paper, pencil, ink)


Rough notes concerning size of windows and thickness of walls at Westholme, also rough sketches, 1897
(paper, 1 file)


Rough notes by Adamson concerning conements including draft of letter to Kayll & Co., Leeds, glass merchants, about headed lights, 1897
(paper, 1 file)


Notes and sketches relating to (windows), n.d., c.1897 Scale not shown
(13 cm. x 21 cm., paper, pencil)


Plans of barn showing elevations and sections, n.d., c.1897 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(41 cm. x 32 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Plan of roof at Westholme Hall, n.d., c.1897 Scale: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12]
(54 cm. x 40 cm., paper, pencil)


Sketches of roofs, with measurements to show pitch, n.d., c.1897 No scale
(18 cm. x 22 cm., paper, pencil)


Sketch (of grating), n.d., c.1897 No scale
(21 cm. x 14 cm., paper, pencil)


Draft plan of building, n.d., c.1897 No scale
(34 cm. x 32 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Note of "Weight and Size of Zinc", n.d., c.1897 Endorsed: List of names
(paper, 1 folio)


Account of R. & S. Adamson for Joseph L. Thompson for works carried out at Westholme Hall, n.d., c.1897
(paper, 1 booklet)


Account of R. & S. Adamson relating to works carried out at Westholme Hall for Joseph L. Thompson, n.d., c.1897
(paper, 1 file)


Account detailing additions and deductions from estimate for works at Westholme Hall, n.d., c.1897
(paper, 2 folios)


Account for additions to Hall, n.d., c.1897
(paper, 1 file)


Rough accounts for work done at Westholme Hall for Joseph L. Thompson, n.d., c.1897
(paper, 2 folios)


Papers concerned with work at Westholme, including accounts for plumbers, masons, bedroom work etc., note of materials for joiners, 1897
(paper, 1 bundle)


Correspondence from J.L. Thompson, Sunderland, and at the Hotel Mont Dore, Bournemouth, to R. & S. Adamson concerning works to be carried out by Adamsons at Westholme Hall, 6 January to 5 October 1898
(paper, 1 file)

Farmhouse, 1898 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/1999-2034)

Job specifications for R. & S. Adamson, concerning internal alterations to be carried out at Westholme Farm house, 18 January 1898
(paper, 1 file)


Job specification for R. & S. Adamson from J.L. Thompson relating to extension to be built at Westholme Farmhouse, 18 January 1898
(paper, 1 file)


Plan showing front elevation, ground and first floor layout of Westholme Hall Farmhouse, 14 February 1898 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(112 cm. x 51 cm., paper, ink, partially coloured)


Plan of dwelling (Westholme Hall Farmhouse) showing elevations, section and ground plan, n.d., c.1898 Scale: 1/8 inch to 1 foot [1:96]
(63 cm. x 35 cm., paper, pencil)


Plans of the Westholme Farmhouse showing ground and first floor plans and cross section, with measurements, n.d., c.1898 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(34 cm. x 48 cm., tracing paper, ink, 1 folio)


Plan of unidentified dwelling, probably Westholme Farmhouse, shows section and ground and first floor layout, n.d., c.1898 No scale
(55 cm. x 36 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


Plan of Westholme Farmhouse, showing ground and first floor plans, elevations, n.d., c.1898 No scale
(58 cm. x 36 cm., paper, pencil)


Draft plan showing section of unidentified building, 1898 No scale Endorsed: Calendar for the month of February of John Dove & Co. builders at Newcastle-upon-Tyne
(22 cm. x 28 cm., paper, pencil)


Plan showing layout of first floor of unidentified dwelling, probably Westholme Hall Farmhouse, n.d., c.1899 No scale
(43 cm. x 32 cm., paper, pencil)


Plan showing section and side elevation of unidentified dwelling, n.d., c.1899 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(21 cm. x 33 cm., paper, pencil)


Timber specifications for works carried out at Westholme Farm kitchen, March 1898
(paper, 1 folio)


Plan of proposed porch for Westholme Farmhouse, showing side elevation and cross section, 15 May 1898 No scale
(32 cm. x 21 cm., paper, pencil)


Plan of proposed porch at Westholme Farmhouse. Shows side elevation and section, n.d., c.1898 Scale: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12]
(52 cm. x 45 cm., paper, pencil)


Bill of extra costs to design relating to kitchen at Westholme Farmhouse, n.d., c.1898
(paper, 1 folio)


Draft plan of doors at Westholme Farm, n.d. Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(20 cm. x 24 cm., paper, ink, pencil)


Plan of "Westholme Farmhouse staircase"(plan looks like cross section of building), n.d., c.1898 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(34 cm. x 42 cm., paper, pencil)


Plan showing proposed staircase at Westholme Farmhouse. Shows section and ground plan, 21 April 1898 No scale
(35 cm. x 50 cm., paper, ink)


Draft plan showing proposed staircase at Westholme Farmhouse, n.d., c.1898 No scale
(29 cm. x 44 cm., paper, pencil)


Sketch of staircase, unidentified, n.d., c.1899 No scale
(11 cm. x 15 cm., paper, pencil)


Rough sketch (of stairs), n.d., c.1902 No scale
(12 cm. x 20 cm., paper, ink)


Plan of new barn gable at Westholme Hall Farm, n.d., c.1898 No scale Endorsed: Plan of St. Osmond's Church, Gainford 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(56 cm. x 46 cm., paper, pencil)


Plan showing cross section of barn gable at Westholme Hall Farm, 31 May 1898 Scale: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12]
(22 cm. x 35 cm., paper, pencil)


Delivery note of Thomas Walker, timber merchant, West Hartlepool, to R. & S. Adamson, also notes relating to timber required, 11 February and 15 March 1898
(paper, 1 file)


Accounts relating to Westholme Hall property of J.L. Thompson, n.d., c.1898
(paper, 2 folios)


Accounts for Excavator, mason, plasterer working on additions and alterations to Westholme Hall Farmhouse, property of J.L. Thompson, 17 January 1898
(paper, 1 folio)


Account (of R. & S. Adamson) relating to works carried out at Westholme Farm, n.d., c.1900
(paper, 1 file)


Telegram from J.L. Thompson to R. & S. Adamson, concerning meeting at Westholme Hall, 17 February 1898
(paper, 1 folio)


Plan of garden wall, 18 February 1898 No scale
(72 cm. x 15 cm., linen, ink)


Receipt of payment (by J.L. Thompson) for works done on garden wall by R. & S. Adamson, 17 January 1898
(paper, 1 folio)


Notes relating to glass required for alterations at Westholme, Winston-on-Tees, 22 March 1898
(paper, 1 folio)


Draft account of R. & S. Adamson for works at Westholme Hall, 5 August 1898
(paper, 1 file)


Plan of cowhouse at Westholme Hall, shows elevation, section and layout plan, 30 August 1898 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(40 cm. x 31 cm., paper, ink, pencil)


Letter from J.L. Thompson to R. & S. Adamson, Gainford, concerning work at Westholme, 7 September 1898
(paper, 1 folio)


Timber specification relating to the tower staircase at Westholme Hall, n.d., c.1898
(paper, 1 folio)


Plan showing layout at Westholme Hall, n.d., c.1898
(52 cm. x 34 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Plan of tower staircase showing elevation, section and layout, n.d., c.1898 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(46 cm. x 43 cm., linen, ink)

Lawn Steps, 1899-1900 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/2035-2049)

Specifications for work at Westholme, 9 May 1899
(paper, 1 folio)


Memo from J.L. Thompson to R. & S. Adamson, concerning building work, 24 May 1899
(paper, 1 folio)


Memo from J.L. Thompson to R. & S. Adamson, concerning work on steps, rough notes and sketches (on same subject), 1 June 1899
(paper, 3 folios)


Diagram showing front elevation of steps (at Westholme), n.d., c.1899 No scale
(21 cm. x 15 cm., paper, ink)


Diagram of steps (at Westholme), n.d., c.1899 No scale
(21 cm. x 34 cm., paper, pen)


Plan of steps (at Westholme), n.d., c.1899 No scale
(21 cm. x 18 cm., paper, pencil)


Plans of Westholme Hall lawn steps, with measurements, 2 August 1899 Scale: 1/2 inch to 1 foot [1:24]
(27 cm. x 30 cm., tracing paper, ink)


Plan, n.d., c.1899 No scale
(21 cm. x 15 cm., paper, pencil)


Plan (of steps at Westholme), n.d., c.1899 No scale
(68 cm. x 17 cm., paper, pencil)


Letter of Joseph L. Thompson to R. & S. Adamson, requesting estimate for the extension of West Garden wall at Westholme Hall, 10 March 1899
(paper, 1 folio)


Plan showing new west garden wall at Westholme Hall, 10 March 1899 Scale: 1/16 inch to 1 foot [1:192]
(70 cm. x 21 cm., paper, ink, partially coloured)


Plan of elevation of west gates of Westholme Hall, Winston-on-Tees 22 May to 23 June 1899 Scale: 1/2 inch to 1 foot [1:24]
(32 cm. x 21 cm., paper, pencil)


Plan showing west enclosure wall, North and West elevations, 3 July 1902 Scale: 1/8 inch to 1 foot
(64 cm. x 21 cm., tracing paper, ink, pencil)


Plans relating to gate pillar at Westholme showing elevation and cross section with measurements, n.d., c.1899 Scale: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12]
(32 cm. x 42 cm., paper, pencil)


Plans relating to boundary walls with measurements, 14 April 1900 Scale: 1/8 inch to 1 foot [1:96]
(22 cm. x 34 cm., paper, pencil)

Additions and Alterations, 1901-1907 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/2050-2053)

Correspondence from various people to R. & S. Adamson, relating to building works carried out at Westholme Hall. Correspondents include: J.L. Thompson, R. Spence, ironmongers, Richmond, Sykes & Co. ironmongers, Darlington and Hill & Smith, ironmongers, Staffordshire, 31 May to 11 October 1901
(paper, 1 file)


Estimate for proposed alterations and additions - new lodge, stables, implement shed, etc., for Westholme Hall, February 1902
(paper, 2 folios)


Estimate for proposed alterations and additions at Westholme Hall, 1902
(paper, 1 file)


Copy of amended quantities for alterations and additions at Westholme Hall for J. L. Thompson, 21 March 1902
(paper, 1 file)

Construction of porch, 1902 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/2054-2074)

Estimate for porch to Hall at Winston-on-Tees for J.L. Thompson, Esq., by Hugh T.D. Hedley, architect, 32 Fawcett Street, Sunderland, March 1902
(paper, 1 file)


Specification relating to stone for new porch at Westholme Hall, n.d., c.1902
(paper, 1 folio)


Plan of proposed porch at Westholme Hall, n.d., c.1902 Scale: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12]
(52 cm. x 42 cm., paper, pencil, ink)


Draft plan of porch to be refixed at Westholme Hall, n.d., c.1903 No scale
(26 cm. x 28 cm., paper, pencil)


Plan showing detail of stone porch at Westholme Hall, Winston-on-Tees, drawn up by Hugh Hedley, architect, Sunderland, n.d., c.1902 Scale: 1/2 inch to 1 foot [1:24]
(50 cm. x 38 cm., tracing paper, pencil, partially coloured)


Plan of detail of porch at Westholme Hall by Hugh T.D. Hedley at Sunderland, n.d., c.1902 Scale: 1/2 inch to 1 foot [1:24]
(44 cm. x 32 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Plan showing detail of porch at Westholme Hall, drawn up by Hugh Hedley, architect, Sunderland, n.d., c.1902 Scale: 1/2 inch to 1 foot
(48 cm. x 36 cm., tracing paper, pencil, partially coloured)


Draft plan of porch windows at Westholme Hall, n.d., c.1902 Scale: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12]
(23 cm. x 32 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Plan showing dimensions of stones for Westholme Hall porch, n.d., c.1902 Scale: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12]
(38 cm. x 36 cm., tracing paper, ink)


Plan of stone head for proposed porch for Westholme Hall, n.d., c.1902 Scale: full size [1:1]
(106 cm. x 38 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Plan of wall, with measurements, n.d., c.1902 Scale: 1/8 inch to 1 foot [1:96]
(32 cm. x 21 cm., paper, pencil)


Note of "porch Oak doors", 1903
(cardboard, 1 folio)


Stencil of flower and diamond pattern and date 1660 relates to headstone of porch at Westholme Hall, c.1902, n.d.
(158 cm. x 28 cm., cardboard)


Correspondence from Joseph L. Thompson, Westholme Hall, to R. & S. Adamson, Gainford, concerning building work on porch at Hall, 27 August to 6 September 1902
(paper, 2 folios)


Correspondence from Joseph L. Thompson, Westholme Hall, to R. & S. Adamson concerning estimate for proposed porch at Hall, 3 September 1902
(paper, 1 folio)


Letter from Joseph L. Thompson to R. & S. Adamson referring to work to be done for him, 17 February 1903 Endorsed: Plan of pillar Scale: 1.5 inches to 1 foot [1:8]
(13 cm. x 20 cm., paper, ink)


Correspondence from Thomas Walker & Co. Ltd., Saw Mills, West Hartlepool, to R. & S. Adamson, Gainford, concerning supply of timber for oak panelled doors at Westholme Hall, also notes relating to timber required, 1 - 23 April 1903
(paper, 1 file)


Account for Westholme porch, 6 September 1902
(paper, 1 folio)


Account for oak door and fencing for Westholme Hall, 1903
(paper, 1 folio)


Account for work done on Westholme porch, n.d., c.1903
(paper, 1 folio)


Account relating to new stone porch at Westholme Hall, n.d., c.1902
(paper, 1 file)

Implement Shed, 1902 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/2075-2090)

Bill of quantities for proposed shed at Westholme Hall to be carried out by R. & S. Adamson for J.L. Thompson, n.d., c.1902
(paper, 1 file)


Bill of quantities of R. & S. Adamson relating to implement shed for erection at Westholme Hall, 24 April 1902
(paper, 1 folio)


Estimate for construction of implement shed at Westholme Hall at Winston-on- Tees for J.L. Thompson, 1902
(paper, 1 file)


Plan showing elevation of proposed shed at Westholme Hall, n.d., c.1902 No scale
(21 cm. x 33 cm., paper, ink)


Plan of proposed shed at Westholme Hall, showing elevation and section, n.d., c.1902 Scale. 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(35 cm. x 18 cm., tracing paper, ink)


Plan showing section, elevation and layout of proposed shed at Westholme Hall, 31 May 1901 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(45 cm. x 33 cm., paper, ink)


Plan showing elevation of proposed shed at Westholme Hall, n.d., c.1902 No scale
(20 cm. x 16 cm., paper, ink)


Plan showing elevation of proposed implement shed, n.d., c.1902 No scale
(33 cm. x 42 cm., paper, ink)


Plan of proposed implement shed at Westholme Farm, Winston-on-Tees, 24 April 1902 Scale: 1/8 inch to 1 foot [1:96]
(32 cm. x 21 cm., paper, ink, pencil)


Notes concerning construction of implement sheds at Westholme Farm, n.d., c.1902
(paper, 1 bundle)


Letter from Hugh T.D. Hedley, 32 Fawcett Street, Sunderland, to R. & S. Adamson requesting submission of a price for "New implement Shed at Winston-on-Tees, 15 February 1902
(paper, 1 folio)


Letters to R. & S. Adamson being or concerning tenders to supply work or materials to him, correspondents include: John Wanless, slater, Darlington, Sykes & Co. ironmongers, Darlington, William Coates, plumber, Darlington, 17-19 February 1902
(paper, 1 file)


Tender from R. Mascall, slate merchant, Bishop Auckland, to R. & S. Adamson for tiling work proposed at Winston-on-Tees, 19 February 1902
(paper, 1 folio)


Letter from Geo. Denham, Low Mill Foundry, Darlington, and being a tender to supply goods, 21 February 1902
(paper, 1 folio)


Letter from H.J. & C. Major Ltd., Patent Tile Works, Bridgwater, to R. & S. Adamson concerning supply of tiles, 21 February 1902
(paper, 1 folio)


Letter from G. Woolsicroft & Sons Ltd., Hanley, to R. & S. Adamson being a tender to supply tiles and a note of tilers quantities, 22 February 1902
(paper, 1 file)

Farm Buildings, 1902 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/2091-2096)

Plan showing layout of farm buildings to be altered at Westholme Hall, 28 April 1902 Scale: 1/8 inch to 1 foot [1:96]
(44 cm. x 48 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Timber specifications for outbuildings at Westholme Hall, May 1902
(paper, 2 folios)


Correspondence from J.L. Thompson, Westholme Hall, to R. & S. Adamson concerning alterations and additions to farm buildings, 17 May 1902
(paper, 1 file)


Correspondence from J.L. Thompson to R. & S. Adamson, concerning alterations and additions to farm buildings at Westholme Hall, 1-3 July 1902
(paper, 2 folios)


Correspondence from J.L. Thompson to R. & S. Adamson concerning work on farm buildings at Westholme Hall, 23-27 August 1902
(paper, 2 folios)


Letter from J.L. Thompson to R. & S. Adamson pointing out job details for farm buildings at Westholme Hall, 23 August 1902
(paper, 1 folio)

Barn and Calf Boxes, 1902 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/2097-2107)

Plan of new barn and calf boxes for Westholme Hall at Winston-on-Tees, drawn up by Hugh T.D. Hedley, architect, Sunderland, 3 May 1902 Scale: 1 inch to 8 feet [1:96]
(42 cm. x 40 cm., tracing paper, ink, pencil, partially coloured)


Plan of proposed barn and boxes for Westholme Hall, n.d., c.1902 No scale
(56 cm. x 64 cm., paper, pencil)


Plan of layout of barn and boxes to be built by R & S. Adamson for Westholme Hall, n.d., c.1902 Scale: 1/8 inch to 1 foot [1:96]
(34 cm. x 18 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Plan of roofing for barn and boxes at Westholme Hall, n.d., c.1902 No scale
(34 cm. x 8 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Plan showing barn and boxes for Westholme Hall, n.d., c.1902 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(51 cm. x 18 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Plan showing elevation of proposed barn and piggery at Westholme Hall, drawn up by Hugh T.D. Hedley, architect, Sunderland, 3 May 1902 Scale: 1 inch to 8 feet [1:96]
(48 cm. x 36 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


Plan showing layout of barn and calf boxes proposed at Westholme Hall, 1 July 1902 Scale: 1/8 inch to 1 foot [1:96]
(21 cm. x 33 cm., tracing paper, ink, pencil, partially coloured)


Plan showing layout of barn and boxes proposed for Westholme Hall, n.d., c1902 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(50 cm. x 25 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Templates, n.d., c.1902
(paper, 2 folios)


Correspondence from Hutchinson Bros. at Middlesborough and North Eastern Railway to R. & S. Adamson, concerning delivery of slag, 1902
(paper, 1 file)


Account of timber delivered at Westholme Station for construction of barn and boxes for Westholme Hall, 6 June 1902
(paper, 1 file)

Joiners Shop, 1902 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/2108-2110)

Plan showing layout, elevation and sections of proposed joiner's shop at Westholme Hall, 17 June 1902 Scale: 1/8 inch to 1 foot [1:96]
(21 cm. x 32 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Sketch of pitch of joiner's shop at Westholme Hall, n.d., c.1902 No scale
(8 cm. x 21 cm., paper, pencil)


Letter from J.L. Thompson to R. & S. Adamson, concerning erection of pool house and joiner's shop at Westholme Hall, 17 June 1902
(paper, 1 folio)

Stables, 1902 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/2111-2110)

Letter from J.L. Thompson to R. & S. Adamson, concerning erection of pool house and joiner's shop at Westholme Hall, 17 June 1902
(paper, 1 folio)


Estimate for proposed new stables for Westholme Hall, Winston-on-Tees, for J.L. Thompson, Esq., by Hugh T.D. Hedley, architect, 32 Fawcett Street, Sunderland, July 1902
(paper, 1 file)


Estimate for proposed new stables for Westholme Hall, Winston-on-Tees, for J.L. Thompson, Esq., by Hugh T.D. Hedley, architect, 32 Fawcett Street, Sunderland, July 1902
(paper, 1 file)


Plan showing north and west elevations of new stables at Westholme Hall, by Hugh T.D. Hedley, architect and surveyor, 32 Fawcett Street, Sunderland,, n.d. c.1902 Scale: 1 inch to 8 feet [1:96]
(46 cm. x 36 cm., tracing paper, ink, coloured)


Pan showing north and west elevations of new stables at Westholme Hall, by Hugh T.D. Hedley, architect and surveyor, 32 Fawcett Street, Sunderland, n.d., c.1902 Scale: 1 inch to 8 feet [1:96]
(46 cm. x 36 cm., tracing paper, ink, coloured)


Plan of new stable at Westholme Hall, showing layout, with measurements, by Hugh T.D. Hedley, architect and surveyor, 32 Fawcett Street, Sunderland, n.d., c.1902 Scale: 1 inch to 8 feet [1:96]
(40 cm. x 30 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Plan of new stable at Westholme Hall. Showing layout, with measurements, by Hugh T.D. Hedley, architect and surveyor, 32 Fawcett Street, Sunderland, n.d., c.1902 Scale: 1 inch to 8 feet [1:96]
(40 cm. x 30 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Plans of new stables at Westholme Hall, showing elevations by Hugh T.D. Hedley, architect and surveyor, 32 Fawcett Street, Sunderland, n.d., c.1902 Scale: 1 inch to 8 feet [1:96]
(44 cm. x 36 cm., paper, ink, coloured)


Plans of new stables at Westholme Hall, showing elevations by Hugh T.D. Hedley, architect and surveyor, 32 Fawcett Street, Sunderland, n.d., c.1902 Scale: 1 inch to 8 feet [1:96]
(44 cm. x 36 cm., paper, ink, coloured)


Plan showing layout of new stabling at Westholme Hall by Dinning and Cooke, ironfounders, Newcastle, n.d., c.1902 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(25 cm. x 22 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


Plan showing layout of new stabling at Westholme Hall, by Dinning and Cooke, ironfounders, Newcastle, n.d., c.1902 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(25 cm. x 22 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


Plans relating to stables (at Westholme) showing sections, n.d., c.1902 No scale
(60 cm. x 64 cm., paper, pencil, partially coloured)


Plans showing cross section of stables and coach house at Westholme with measurements, n.d., c.1902 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(37 cm. x 23 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


Diagram of stable yard entrance pillars at Westholme Hall, Winston-on-Tees, 17 February 1903 Scale: 3 inches to 1 foot [1:4]
(36 cm. x 94 cm., linen, ink, partially coloured)


Plan (relating to stables at Westholme), by Dinning and Cooke, Newcastle, 22 October 1902 Scale: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12]
(36 cm. x 52 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Notes concerning the stable walls at Westholme, n.d., c.1902
(paper, 1 file)


Letter from Joseph L. Thompson, Westholme Hall, Winston-on-Tees to R. & S. Adamson, Gainford, concerning work on the stables and coach house, 30 June 1902
(paper, 1 folio)


Papers concerned with coach house and stables at Westholme Hall, including: tender to supply timber from Thos. Walker & Co., West Hartlepool and workings out of price for work, July 1902
(paper, 1 file)


Telegram to R. & S. Adamson and copies of telegrams from R. & S. Adamson concerning delivery of slag, 15 July 1902
(paper, 1 file)


Plan showing layout of new stables at Westholme Hall by Hugh T.D. Hedley, architect and surveyor, 32 Fawcett St., Sunderland, 16 July 1902 Scale: 8 feet to 1 inch [1:96]
(46 cm. x 36 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


Letters from Joseph L. Thompson, Westholme Hall, Winston-on-Tees, to R. & S. Adamson, concerning: details of work to be done on stables at the above address, notice of payment on account for above work, supply of fittings from Dinning & Cooke and note by Adamson condensing contents of letters, 12 August to 12 September 1902
(paper, 1 file)


Letters from Dinning and Cooke, ironfounders, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, to R. & S. Adamson, concerning the supply of fittings for Westholme Hall stables, 4 September 1902
(paper, 1 file)


Letter from Dinning and Cooke, ironfounders, Newcastle, to R. & S. Adamson, concerning stable fittings, 12 November 1902
(paper, 1 folio)


Rough notes of quantities for and sketch of roof, n.d., c.1902 Scale not shown
(34 cm. x 21 cm., paper, pencil)


Plan showing brick for glass houses for J.L. Thompson at Westholme Hall, Winston-on-Tees, shows elevation, sections and layout, drawn up by W. Richardson, 5 January 1903 Scale: 1 inch to 4 feet [1:48]
(72 cm. x 38 cm., tracing paper, ink, partially coloured)


Correspondence from Joseph L. Thompson to R. & S. Adamson, concerning works to be done at Westholme Hall, 5 January to 16 November 1903
(paper, 1 bundle)


Correspondence from Joseph L. Thompson to R. & S. Adamson, concerning completion of alterations and additions to Westholme Hall and his return there, 5 February 1903
(paper, 2 folios)

Alterations to Bedrooms, 1903 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/2132-2138)

Plan showing fireplace in north west bedroom, shows section and layout, 13 February 1903 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(42 cm. x 33 cm., paper, pencil)


Plan showing positions of flues at Westholme Hall, n.d., c.1903 No scale
(37 cm. x 24 cm., paper, pencil)


Plans showing proposed fireplaces at Westholme Hall, n.d., c.1903 No scale
(21 cm. x 22 cm., paper, pencil and 21 cm. x 34 cm., paper, pencil, 1 file)


Plan of interior doors for Westholme Hall, n.d., c.1903 Scale: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12]
(36 cm. x 28 cm., paper, ink, pencil)


Draft plan of doors, at Westholme Hall,, n.d. c.1903 No scale
(40 cm. x 26 cm., paper, pencil)


Plan of detail of door at Westholme Hall, n.d., c.1903 Scale: full size [1:1]
(42 cm. x 38 cm., tracing paper, pencil, partially coloured)


Plan showing (door), with measurements, n.d., c.1903 Scale: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12]
(42 cm. x 30 cm., paper, ink, partially coloured)

Sewage Tanks, 1903 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/2139-2162)

Sketch showing measurements of sewage tanks proposed at Westholme Hall, 12 October 1903 No scale
(23 cm. x 13 cm., cardboard, pencil)


Plans relating to the Westholme sewage plant showing fall on drains, with measurements, n.d., c.1903 No scale
(42 cm. x 34 cm., paper, ink)


Plans relating to Westholme Hall sewage works, showing liquefying tank and filter beds in plan and elevation, n.d., c.1903 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(68 cm. x 54 cm., paper, ink, pencil)


Plan showing layout of drainage (at Westholme), 7 September 1902 Scale not shown
(64 cm. x 60 cm., tracing paper, pencil, partially coloured)


Plan of sewage system proposed for Westholme Hall, n.d., c.1903 Scales: Length: 1 inch to 40 feet [1:480] Height: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(48 cm. x 32 cm., paper, inks, pencil)


Plan relating to Road, n.d., c.1903 No scale
(38 cm. x 36 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Plans of buildings (relating to Westholme sewage), showing elevation and cross sections, n.d., c.1903 No scale
(60 cm. x 49 cm., paper, pencil)


Plan showing layout of drainage system at new stables, n.d., c.1903 No scale
(46 cm. x 58 cm., paper, ink, partially coloured with offshoot)


Plan relating to sewage plant at Westholme Hall, Winston-on-Tees, showing layout of area, n.d., c.1903 Scale: 1 inch to 40 feet [1:480]
(63 cm. x 60 cm., paper, ink, partially coloured)


Draft plan of drainage, n.d. , c.1903 No scale
(18 cm. x 38 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Envelope, unstamped, addressed to R. & S. Adamson, Gainford, sender, Joseph L. Thompson & Sons Ltd., Sunderland, n.d., c.1903
(paper, 1 folio)


Business correspondence from A.F. Young, contractor, Sunderland, concerning meetings, 14-20 November 1903
(paper, 4 folios)


Tender from John Clarkson, sanitary contractor, Darlington, to R. Adamson, for sewage works at Westholme Hall, 3 August 1903
(paper, 1 file)


Papers from A.F. Young, contractor, 81 Roker Avenue, Sunderland, to R. & S. Adamson including a letter concerning an enclosure of quantities and requesting price be sent for work to be done, copy of quantities mentioned above and a letter concerning carrying out of work mentioned above, 28 April to 2 May 1903
(paper, 1 file, typescript)


Notes relating to drainage levels, n.d., c.1903
(paper, 1 folio)


Notes relating to drains for Westholme Hall,, n.d. c.1903
(paper, 1 folio)


Notes relating to drainage at Westholme Hall, n.d., c.1903
(paper, 1 folio)


Note concerning size of tanks and manholes inside, n.d., c.1903
(paper, 1 folio)


Sketch of "spout head" at Westholme Hall, n.d., c.1903 No scale
(11 cm. x 8 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


"Tracing of spout mould at Hall", n.d., c.1903 No scale
(17 cm. x 20 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Quantities and account for new drains at Westholme Hall, Winston-on-Tees, and rough calculation relating to same, n.d., c.1903
(paper, 1 file)


Account for alterations and additions to the Westholme Hall sewage, May 1903
(paper, 1 folio)


Account for additions and extras to the Westholme sewage, 1903
(paper, 1 folio)


Details of cost of work and comparison of cost and tender for Westholme Hall sewage works, 23 September to 11 December 1903
(paper, 1 file)

New Windows, 1905 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/2163-2170)

Plan of library window at Westholme Hall, 27 January 1905
(29 cm. x 38 cm., paper, pencil)


Plan showing details of proposed bay and dormer windows at Westholme Hall, n.d., c.1905 Scale: Full size [1:1]
(100 cm. x 60 cm., tracing paper, ink)


Plan of side and pediment, n.d., c.1905 Scale: Full size[1:1]
(51 cm. x 46 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Plan of windows, with measurements, n.d., c.1905 Scale: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12]
(16 cm. x 21 cm., paper, pencil)


Rough calculations concerning cost of new window, n.d., c.1905
(paper, 1 folio)


Plan of pantry, lavatory and dairy at Westholme Hall, Winston-on-Tees, 20 March 1905 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(24 cm. x 34 cm., paper, ink, pencil, partially coloured)


Letter from Joseph L. Thompson, Westholme Hall, Winston-on-Tees, to R. & S. Adamson, Gainford, concerning work to be done on outbuildings, sketch forms part of letter, 1 July 1907
(paper, 1 folio)


Plans relating to proposed additional bedroom for Mrs. Thompson at Westholme Hall, showing elevation layout and cross section, with measurements, by R. & S. Adamson, December 1907 Scale: 4 feet to 1 inch [1:48]
(33 cm. x 30 cm., paper, pencil)

 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/2170(a)-2173)

APPENDIX

Eppleby

Papers regarding construction of farmhouse


Specifications for new farm house at Eppleby by Ross & Lamn, architects, Darlington, April 1871
(paper, 2 files)


Bills of quantities for new farm house at Eppleby by Ross and Lamb, architects, Darlington, May 1871
(paper, 7 files)


Account for stone supplied by R. & S. Adamson, Forcett Stone Quarry, for Eppleby farm house, n.d., c.1871
(paper, 1 folio)


Various rough notes and accounts regarding farmhouse at Eppleby, n.d., c.1871
(paper, 6 folios, 1 file)

 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/2174-2186)

Gainford

Papers regarding extensions to house and shop for Mrs. Hughes


Specification of extension of house and shop at Gainford for Mrs. Hughes, 16 July 1898
(paper, 1 file)


Bills of quantities for additions and alterations to Mrs. Hughes' house, Gainford, August 1898
(paper, 2 folios)


Plans, relating to Mrs. Hughes' house at Gainford, showing layout and north elevation, n.d., c.1898 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(66 cm. x 28 cm., paper, pencil)


Plans, relating to Mrs. Hughes' house, Gainford, showing first floor layout and cross section, n.d., c.1898
(66 cm. x 28 cm., paper, pencil)


Rough plan by G. Tenrick of alterations to Mrs. Hughes' house, Gainford, n.d., c.1898 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(24 cm. x 42 cm., paper, pencil, ink)


Plan as at D/Ad 1/1/2178, n.d., c.1898 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(36 cm. x 23 cm., paper, pencil, ink)


Plan showing hot and cold water systems at Mrs. Hughes' house, n.d., c.1898
(20 cm. x 15 cm., paper, pencil)


Notebook of R. & S. Adamson containing details of timber and fixing for Mrs. Hughes' house, September 1898
(paper, 1 booklet)


Note of timber ordered for Mrs. Hughes' Gainford, n.d., c.1898
(paper, 1 folio)


Letters of Louisa Hughes to R. & S. Adamson concerning the work at her house and the conversion of her old w.c. to a summerhouse, September 1898
(paper, 3 folios)


Note concerning plastering to be carried out at Mrs. Hughes', n.d., c.1898
(paper, 1 folio)


Various notes and calculations concerning work carried out at Mrs. Hughes', n.d., c.1898
(paper, 1 file)


Letters to R. & S. Adamson being quotations to supply galvanised cisterns, for use at Mrs. Hughes', correspondents include: Robert Spence & Co., Richmond; The Tividale Galvanising Works, Tipton, Staffordshire; Young & Marten, Stratford, E. London; and Robert Varvill & Sons, York, March - May 1899
(paper, 1 file)

Papers regarding alterations to house in Church Row (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/2187-2188)

Plan of layout of cottage, outbuilding and garden belonging to Mr. Osborne, by E.C. Adamson, "Morland", Gainford, 1906 Scale: 1 inch to 4 feet [1:48]
(61 cm. x 38 cm., linen, ink, partially coloured)


Plan showing layout and cross section of ash pit in Church Row to be roofed, for the Rev. H.C. Watson, 16 November 1906 No scale
(22 cm. x 24 cm., paper, pencil)

Papers regarding work carried out at Carlbury Hall for Mr. Thomas McLachlan, 1874-1878 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/2189-2203)

Bills of quantities by Ross & Lamb, architects of Darlington, for construction of residence at Carlbury for Mr. McLachlan, September 1874
(paper, 5 files)


Summary of account, of R. & S. Adamson in account with T. McLachlan, October 1874
(paper, 1 folio)


Specifications by Ross & Lamb, architects, Darlington, for residence and stabling for Mr. McLachlan at Carlbury, November 1874- October 1876
(paper, 2 folios, 3 files)


Various rough notes and calculations regarding work at Carlbury Hall for Thos. McLachlan, n.d., c.1874-1876
(paper, 14 folios)


Cancelled bill of quantities for stabling at Carlbury by Ross & Lamb, architects, Darlington, October 1875
(paper, 1 file)


Rough accounts of R. & S. Adamson for extra work done at Carlbury Hall for Mr. McLachlan, 1875
(paper, 1 file)


Amended bill of quantities by Ross & Lamb for coach house and stabling at Carlbury for Mr. McLachlan, February 1876
(paper, 1 file)


Rough estimates for work at Mr. McLachlan's, February - March 1876
(paper, 4 folios)


Estimates for work at cottage and poultry house for Mr. McLachlan, July - September 1876
(paper, 4 folios)


Bill of quantities for verandah for Mr. Thos. McLachlan, 9 October 1876
(paper, 1 folio)


Account of R. & S. Adamson to Thomas McLachlan for extra work at Carlbury stables, n.d., c.1876
(paper, 1 file)


Lists of deductions on work at Mr. McLachlans at Carlbury, n.d., c.1876
(paper, 2 files)


Accounts of R. & S. Adamson for extra work done at Carlbury Hall for Mr. McLachlan, 14 February 1877
(paper, 1 file)


Accounts for, and summary of, work done by R. & S. Adamson for Mr. McLachlan, 18 December 1877
(paper, 1 file)


Summary of accounts of R. & S. Adamson for work carried out at Carlbury Hall for Mr. Thos. McLachlan, December 1878
(paper, 1 file)

Papers regarding work carried out at Headlam Hall for J.A. Pease, MP., 1912-1916 (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/2204-2216)

Copy of specifications for Headlam Hall, n.d., c.1912
(paper, 1 file)


Correspondence between R. & S. Adamson, Gainford, and Clark & Moscrop, Feethams, Darlington, concerning additions and alterations to Headlam Hall, 30 January - 19 December 1912
(paper, 1 file)


Notebook of R. & S. Adamson containing quantities for Headlam Hall alterations, February 1912
(paper, 1 notebook)


Price quotations for various building materials sent to R. & S. Adamson in to connection with the work at Headlam Hall, correspondents include: Thos. Walker & Co. timber merchants of West Hartlepool; Wm. Brown & Sons, timber merchants, Stockton: Baxendale & Co., Manchester; Kayll & Co. glass manufacturers, Leeds; Pilkingtons, glass manufacturers, Leeds; Dorman Long & Co., Middlesbrough for steel; The North Eastern Railway Co.; John Dove & Co. Ltd., cement manufacturers, Newcastle; Aycliffe Lime Works; Richard Walker & Co. quarry owners, Ferryhill; Thomas Peake, The Tileries, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffs.; R. Moore & Sons, quarry owners, Eggleston; R. Blackett & Sons, Darlington; Thomas Armistead plumber, Darlington; Sykes & Co. ironmongers, Darlington; and George Gibson, stone merchant, Cotherstone, 1 February June 1912
(paper, 1 file)


17 May 1912 (1) The Rt. Hon. Joseph Albert Pease, Headlam Hall (2) R. & S. Adamson, contractors, Gainford Unsigned copy of memorandum of agreement between (1) and (2) for work to be carried out at Headlam Hall by (2) Consideration: £2,053 10s.0d.
(paper, 1 folio)


Estimate of R. & S. Adamson for alterations and additions to Headlam Hall, 17 May 1912
(paper, 1 file)


Abstract of materials used for additions and alterations to Headlam Hall, May 1912 - August 1913
(paper, 1 booklet)


Abstract of labour for additions and to alterations made at Headlam Hall, 17 May 1912 - 31 October 1913
(paper, 1 booklet)


Notebook of R. & S. Adamson containing lists of timber and stone ordered for Headlam Hall, June 1912
(paper, 1 booklet)


Letters of Jabez Thompson & Sons, Northwich, Cheshire, to R. & S. Adamson regarding price and supply of bricks for use at Headlam Hall, 15 and 17 July 1912
(paper, 1 file)


Accounts and receipts from Thos. Walker & Co., West Hartlepool, sent to R. & S. Adamson for timber supplied for Headlam Hall contract, 3 December 1912 - 2 June 1914
(paper, 1 file)


Notebook containing details of work at Headlam Hall, 1912-1913
(paper, 1 booklet)


Various rough notes and calculations concerning work at Headlam Hall, n.d., c.1912-1914
(paper, 21 folios)

Plans by Clark & Moscrop, architects, Darlington, regarding Headlam Hall (Ref: D/Ad 1/1/2217-2292)

Plan showing amended drainage, 17 May 1912 Scale: 1 inch to 8 feet [1:96]
(52 cm. x 43 cm., paper, pencil, ink, partially coloured)


Plan showing east elevation, May 1912 Scale: 1 inch to 8 feet [1:96]
(50 cm. x 38 cm., linen, ink, partially coloured)


Plan showing north and west elevations, May 1912 Scale: 1 inch to 8 feet [1:96
(51 cm. x 37 cm., linen, ink, partially coloured)


Plan showing cross sections, May 1912 Scale: 1 inch to 8 feet [1:96]
(50 cm. x 32 cm., linen, ink, partially coloured)


Plan showing north elevation and cross section of additions with positions of windows marked, May 1912 Scale: 1 inch to 4 feet [1:48]
(74 cm. x 50 cm., tracing paper, pencil, partially coloured)


Plan showing details of windows on the north elevation, May 1912 Scale: Full Size [1:1]
(92 cm. x 50 cm., tracing paper, pencil, partially coloured)


Plan showing east elevation and south side of new wing with positions of casements marked, May 1912 Scale: 1/8 inch to 1 foot [1:96]
(46 cm. x 28 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Plan showing elevations, cross sections and details of windows on west elevation, May 1912 Scale: 1/2 inch to 1 foot [1:24]
(76 cm. x 50 cm., tracing paper, pencil, partially coloured)


Plans showing ground and first floor, May 1912 Scale: 1 inch to 8 feet [1:96]
(46 cm. x 56 cm., linen, ink, partially coloured)


Plan showing second floor layout and roof, May 1912 Scale: 1 inch to 8 feet [1:96]
(46 cm. x 50 cm., linen, ink, partially coloured)


Plan showing north elevation with positions of soil and waste pipes shown, June 1912 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(48 cm. x 32 cm., tracing paper, pencil, partially coloured)


Plan showing details of windows on east elevation, May 1912 Scale: Full Size [1:1]
(80 cm. x 56 cm., tracing paper, pencil, partially coloured)


Plan showing north elevation with positions of opening casements marked, May 1912 Scale: 1/8 inch to 1 foot [1:96]
(40 cm. x 28 cm., tracing paper, pencil, partially coloured)


Plan showing keystones to circular headed windows on the west elevation, May 1912 Scale: Full Size [1:1]
(46 cm. x 62 cm., tracing paper, pencil, partially coloured)


Plan showing amended east elevation with windows marked, June 1912 Scale: not shown
(35 cm. x 21 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Plan showing layout and elevation of part of kitchen, June 1912 Scale: 1/2 to 1 foot [1:24]
(37 cm. x 38 cm., tracing paper, pencil, partially coloured)


Plans showing small alterations to contract, June 1912 Scale: 1/8 inch to 1 foot [1:96]
(53 cm. x 33 cm., tracing paper, pencil, partially coloured)


Plans showing small alterations to contract, June 1912 Scale: 1/8 inch to 1 foot [1:96]
(38 cm. x 52 cm., tracing paper, pencil, partially coloured)


Plan showing sections of flue from scullery, June 1912 Scale: 1/2 inch to 1 foot [1:24]
(21 cm. x 28 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Plan showing positions of windows on east elevation and south side of new wing, June 1912 Scale: 1/8 inch to 1 foot [1:96]
(54 cm. x 32 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Plan showing details of windows in staircase gable, June 1912 No scale
(48 cm. x 52 cm., tracing paper, pencil, partially coloured)


Plans showing details of windows, June 1912 Scale: Full size and half size [1:1 and 1:2]
(76 cm. x 38 cm., tracing paper, pencil, water-colour)


Plan showing details of doors and borrowed lights, 8 July 1912 Scale: Full size [1:1]
(96 cm. x 66 cm., tracing paper, pencil, partially coloured)


Plan showing east elevation and marking where old servants' hall windows can be re-used, July 1912 No scale
(42 cm. x 27 1/2 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Plan showing No. 2 Queen post roof truss, August 1912 No scale
(58 cm. x 42 cm., tracing paper, pencil, partially coloured)


Plan showing roof, September 1912 No scale
(38 cm. x 30 cm., tracing paper, pencil, coloured)


Plans showing details of roofs, September 1912 Scale: 1/2 inch to 1 foot [1:24]
(58 cm. x 33 cm., tracing paper, pencil, partially coloured)


Plan showing detail of joists and girder over dining room, 24 September 1912 No scale
(19 cm. x 26 cm., tracing paper, pencil, partially coloured)


Plan showing detail of flat above queen post truss, etc., September 1912 Scale: 1/2 inch to 1 foot [1:24]
(40 cm. x 29 cm., tracing paper, pencil, partially coloured)


Plan showing moulding for 2nd floor corridor, n.d., c.1912 No scale
(14 cm. x 28 cm., tracing paper, pencil, partially coloured)


Plan showing moulding, n.d., c.1912 Scale: Full Size[1:1]
(29 cm. x 30 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Plan showing wall to ground floor w.c., January 1913 Scale: 1/2 inch to 1 foot [1:24]
(29 cm. x 36 cm., tracing paper, pencil, partially coloured)


Plan showing section of drain, March 1913 Scale: 1 inch to 8 feet [1:96]
(84 cm. x 21 cm., linen, ink, partially coloured)


Plan showing details for No. 3 wood fireplaces, April 1913 Scales: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12] and full size [1:1]
(52 cm. x 36 cm., tracing paper, pencil, partially coloured)


Plan showing details of mouldings in dining room, April 1913 Scale: Full Size [1:1]
(108 cm. x 70 cm., linen, ink, partially coloured)


Plan showing details of mouldings in April dining room, 1913 Scale: Full Size [1:1]
(33 cm. x 36 cm., tracing paper, pencil, partially coloured)


Plan showing details of staircase, May 1913 Scale: Full Size [1:1]
(100 cm. x 70 cm., tracing paper, pencil, partially coloured)


Plan showing dining room panelling, May 1913 Scale: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12]
(96 cm. x 70 cm., linen, ink, partially coloured)


Plan showing amended detail of staircase, May 1913 Scale: 1/2 inch to 1 foot [1:24]
(66 cm. x 54 cm., linen, ink, partially coloured)


Plan showing details of mouldings for doors, June 1913 Scales: 1/2 inch to 1 foot [1:24] and full size [1:1]
(56 cm. x 39 cm., irregular shape, tracing paper, pencil, partially coloured)


Plan showing details of septic tank and filters, August 1913 Scale: 1/2" to 1 foot [1:24]
(51 cm. x 36 cm., tracing paper, pencil, partially coloured)


Plan showing elevation of door under stairs, August 1913 No scale
(24 cm. x 25 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Plan showing details of septic tanks and filters, September 1913 Scale: 1/2 inch to 1 foot [1:24]
(42 cm. x 35 cm., tracing paper, pencil, partially coloured)


Plans showing amended ground and first floor layouts of Headlam Hall, n.d., c.1912 Scale: 1 inch to 8 feet [1:96]
(48 cm. x 50 cm., paper, photocopy, 3 copies)


Plan showing second floor and roof layouts at Headlam Hall, November 1912 Scale: 1 inch to 8 feet [1:96]
(48 cm. x 54 cm., paper, photocopy)


Roof plan of Headlam Hall, n.d., c.1912 No scale
(28 cm. x 22 cm., cardboard, ink)


Plans showing details of roof of Headlam Hall, n.d., c.1912 Scales: 1/2 inch to 1 foot [1:24] 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12]
(66 cm. x 56 cm., paper, pencil)


Plan showing joists at Headlam Hall, n.d., c.1912 No scale
(50 cm. x 28 cm., paper, 2 inks)


Plan showing first floor joists at Headlam Hall, n.d., c.1912 Scale: 1/4 inch to 1 foot [1:48]
(48 cm. x 62 cm., irregular shape, linen, 2 inks)


Blueprint by Dorman Long & Co., Middlesbrough, showing girder for Headlam Hall, 17 September 1912 No scale
(20 cm. x 33 cm., paper, blueprint)


Half plan showing detail of door in spandril of staircase at Headlam Hall, n.d., c.1912 Scales: full size [1:1] and half size [1:2]
(24 cm. x 25 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Plan relating to staircase at Headlam Hall, n.d., c.1912 No scale
(50 cm. x 64 cm., paper, pencil)


Plan by R. & S. Adamson showing moulding relating to dining room windows at Headlam Hall, n.d., c.1912 No scale
(21 cm. x 29 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Plan showing elevation of entrance doors to Headlam Hall, n.d., c.1912 No scale
(16 cm. x 20 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Plans by R. & S. Adamson showing details of mouldings , n.d., c.1912 No scale
(52 cm. x 33 cm., irregular shape, tracing paper, pencil)


Plan showing detail of moulding at Headlam Hall, n.d., c.1912 No scale
(27 cm. x 33 cm., paper, coloured pencil)


Plan showing detail of tiling around fireplace at Headlam Hall, n.d., c.1912 No scale
(18 cm. x 24 cm., tracing paper, pencil, ink)


Plan showing stonework at Headlam Hall, n.d., c.1912 Scale: 1.5 inches to 1 foot [1:8]
(56 cm. x 40 cm., paper, pencil)


Plan by Dinning and Cooke, heating and ventilating engineers, Newcastle, showing gratings, n.d., c.1912 Scale: full size [1:1]
(35 cm. x 38 cm., tracing paper, pencil, partially coloured)


Plan showing panelling at Headlam Hall, January 1913 No scale
(33 cm. x 54 cm., paper, pencil)


Plan showing dining room panelling at Headlam Hall, n.d., c.1913 Scale: 1 inch to 1 foot [1:12]
(100 cm. x 66 cm., linen, ink, partially coloured)


Plan by R. & S. Adamson showing moulding at Headlam Hall, April 1913 No scale
(26 cm. x 34 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Plan by R. & S. Adamson showing detail of moulding at Headlam Hall, June 1913 No scale
(22 cm. x 33 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Plan showing details of mouldings at Headlam Hall, 4 July 1913
(35 cm. x 48 cm., tracing paper, pencil)


Plan of windows at Headlam Hall, October 1913
(29 cm. x 27 cm., paper, pencil)


Correspondence between R. & S. Adamson, Gainford, and Clark & Moscrop, architects, Feethams, Darlington, concerning additions and alterations to Headlam Hall, January - December 1913
(paper, 1 file)


Copy of and note regarding architect's instructions for work at Headlam Hall, March 1913
(paper, 1 file)


Accounts sent to R. & S. Adamson for various goods supplied for Headlam Hall Suppliers include: The North Eastern Railway Co.; John Lear & Sons, ironmongers, Darlington; Thomas Elsey, ironmonger, London; Walker & Worsey, safe makers, Birmingham; Dinning & Cooke, ironfounders, Newcastle; Thos. Armistead, plumber, Darlington; Kayll & Co. glass manufacturers, Leeds; Williams & Williams, metal workers, Chester; James Gibbons, founders, Wolverhampton, March 1913 - March 1914
(paper, 1 file)


Letters of Thos. Walker & Co., West Hartlepool, to R. & S. Adamson concerning supply and prices of timber for Headlam Hall, 31 March 1913 - 3 January 1914
(paper, 1 file)


Accounts of R. & S. Adamson to J.A. Pease, MP. for additions and alterations to Headlam Hall, December 1913
(paper, 1 file)


Correspondence between R. & S. Adamson, Clark & Moscrop, architects, Darlington, and Watson, Heslop & Sansom, accountants, Darlington concerning R. & S. Adamsons' disputed accounts for work carried out at Headlam Hall for J.A. Pease (Lord Gainford), January 1914 - 1918
(paper, 1 file)


Schedule of defects in work at Headlam Hall containing letter of Thos. Walker & Co., Hartlepool denying responsibility for shrunken doors, 3 November 1914
(paper, 1 file)


List of prices of old materials re-used by masons at Headlam Hall, n.d., c.1914
(paper, 1 folio)


General statement of cost of additions and alterations to Headlam Hall, February 1915
(paper, 1 file)


Letter of Dorman Long & Co., Middlesbrough, concerning a rise in the price of steel in 1912, 2 March 1916
(paper, 1 folio)


List of differences in accounts of R. & S. Adamson and architects, 1916
(paper, 1 file)