🛠️ 103 Years Ago Today: A Snapshot of Belfast’s Industrial Past

On this day in 1921, a group of hardworking men took a moment to rest from their labours at the Belfast Gasworks site—and captured a piece of history.

This isn’t just any old photograph. It’s a reminder of Belfast’s rich industrial heritage and how it shaped the city we know and love today. From lighting our streets in the 19th century to fueling the economy, the Gasworks was “The powerhouse” behind much of Belfast’s growth.

👉 Did you know that profits from the Gasworks helped fund the construction of Belfast City Hall?

By the end of WWII, around 120,000 homes and businesses were powered by this site. But as new technologies emerged, the demand for gas declined, and by 1985, the Gasworks closed its doors for good.

Yet, the story didn’t end there! 💡 Thanks to a major regeneration project in the 1990s, the once-contaminated land has been transformed into a vibrant business park—an area that continues to drive innovation and economic growth today. A modern symbol of Belfast’s resilience and reinvention.

We’re lucky enough to have this historic photo hanging right in the stairwell of Ormeau Business Park! A huge shoutout to Michael Burke for pointing out the significance of this date to us—103 years to the day. 📸

Let’s celebrate our collective heritage and continue building the future together. Share a piece of your history or tag a company whose legacy has helped shape our city!

Here’s to the past, present, and future of Belfast’s industrial spirit! 🏗️🌍