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Eshott Brick and Tile Works, Northumbria

Found by Brian Wardell at Eshott.

These examples were found on the site of the old Eshott Brick and Tile Works, Northumbria.

Apparently, they did not make bricks for very long due to firing problems  – the examples below confirm the problems.

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Below – Deep floor tile example 9″ x 9″ x 2″.

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