North Shields Pier

North Shields pier at the mouth of the Tyne was breached by the great storm of 1897.   The following photos show the usual attire of workers on its rebuilding.

Some close ups from the shot above, showing labourers with waistcoats and variations of caps
:

That could be an early Panama hat, but the fellow
in front is dressed to drive the crane

Likely lads elsewhere on the job