The Irvine Archive
If you'd like to see more of the history of Irvine, why not check out the Irvine Archive.
Irvine Tollbooth, watercolour (pre 1860) - by Crawford Fulton
Trinity Church, Irvine, Engraving 1864 - by Crawford Fulton
This unsigned and unattributed engraving of Trinity Church in Irvine, Scotland was published in the Illustrated London News in 1864. This was based on the architect's plans, rather than on that which had been constructed by that date (for one thing, the spire was not added until the 1890s, for another, there are a few differences in the final constructed building, as opposed to this 'artist's impression' -something which is as true today as it was then). You can find out more about the architect of this magnificent church here:
www.scottisharchitects.org.uk/architect_full.php?id=200795
The Water Bridge (pre-1889) - by Crawford Fulton
This photo was taken from George McMaster's Collection. A splendid view of Trinity Church from the Fullarton side of the River Irvine. This image predates the widening of the bridge in 1889, at which time a new iron railing replaced the stone parapet shown here.
Irvine High Street looking north west from the Cross (date unknown, but probably 1880-1900) - by Crawford Fulton
Irvine High Street 1962 - by Crawford Fulton
This photograph was commissioned for a postcard and dated 30th January 1963; but was probably shot during the preceding Summer.
