The Head Office was situated on the opposite side of the main road. I remember it as having a very plush feel to it, certainly upstairs where there was a lot of polished wood.
There were also a lot of superb ship models in glass cases, some of which I believe are now at the South Shields Marine College.
The Personnel Department was downstairs where I was interviewed by Albert Chisholm who was Personnel Manager. He was always interested in what sports people were involved in.
The Head Office was joined to the Shipyard Office by an enclosed walkway which spanned the main road.

The 'Bridge of Sighs'

This is an excellent view showing the bridge which joined the Head Office with the Technical Offices and Shipyard. To the right is the Head Office and just visible next to it is The Cookson Arms. This pub was eventually demolished and used as a car park for the shipyard workers.
At the top of the road can be seen The Neptune Hotel (The Nep).

The Board Room