When the terrace is complete, they will be much more appreciated. I have high hopes for the impact on the area.

Bidding open until 10.57 today

Far too many people trot out 'towns dead, it's full of beggars and spice heads, there's no decent shops anymore'.
They need to take a fresh look, it's genuinely the best it's been since the 70s

Such a pity there are no tenants in the building. Sad to see the shutters down. Hopefully, they get a few takers for the office space and a cafe downstairs for the walkers

Opposite view, a new lock will be constructed in this section

Certainly was. I remember driving through and all the firms had huge vacancies boards. All empty

2/2 The gateway was saved and re-erected a little further along the road. A stark reminder of a swathe of destruction that swept through the East End in the early 80's.