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Liskeard and Looe Railway StaffThis staff photograph was taken outside the doors of the wagon repair works at Moorswater in December 1908
Penny Farthing Cyclists, Fowey, Cornwall. August 1992Approaching the Bodinnick Ferry are these penny farthing cyclists en route for Plymouth to raise funds for Macmillan Nursing Charity
RNLI lifeboat Arab II at Harlyn Bay, St Merryn, Cornwall. Around 1908The RNLI Lifeboat Arab II being towed across the sands at Harlyn Bay to be launched, followed by a mixed group of men, women and children
Great Western Hotel, Cliff Road, Newquay, Cornwall. Early 1900sA heavy circus waggon drawn by six horses outside the Great Western Hotel in Newquay. Possibly from the Bostock and Wombwell Menagerie
Joseph Tangye (1826-1902) on a velocipedeThe velocipede in the photograph is very similar to the one in the collection of the Royal Cornwall Museum (TRURI : 1937.34)
Pentewan harbour and village, St Austell, Cornwall. Late 1800sA view of part of the harbour and the village main street. The schooner James Postlethwaite lies alongside in the harbour. A group of women and children stand outside of R.W
Traction engine outside the Wheel Inn, Tresillian, Cornwall. 1920sA traction engine pulling a heavy load going for water opposite the Wheel Inn. A woman carries pitchers in the foreground. Photographer: Unknown
Donkey cart with two women, Cornwall. 1910Donkey cart transporting two women down an unidentified lane. Photographer: Unknown
Malpas from St Michael Penkivel, Cornwall. Early 1900sView of Malpas taken from above Ferryside Cottage on the Tregothnan side of the river. Photographer: Arthur William Jordan
Malpas Ferry at Tregothnan landing, St Michael Penkivel, Cornwall. Around 1887A view of the Tregothnan landing place looking towards Malpas with a view of the houses along the top. The gentleman on the far left is Mr Allen, the ferryman, with his daughter Laura, aged 7
Old Carnon Valley viaduct showing early stage of replacementA view of Brunels old Carnon Viaduct showing the sinking of the caisson for the new pillars during the initial stage of construction
Old Carnon Valley viaduct showing early stage of replacementA general view of Brunels old Carnon Viaduct showing the early stages of construction of the new replacement pillars, with some of the workforce in the background
Malpas landing, Cornwall. Early 1900sA group of rowing boats, full of passengers prepare to embark from the foreshore at Malpas. Photographer: Unknown
Malpas Ferry at Tregothnan landing, St Michael Penkivel, Cornwall. Around 1920sThe ferryman and a woman passenger arriving on the foreshore at the Tregothnan landing. Malpas village can be seen in the background. Photographer: Unknown
Great Western Hotel, Cliff Road, Newquay, Cornwall. Early 1900sA procession for a fair or carnival, with two horse drawn vehicles outside the Great Western Hotel in Newquay. There are three figures dressed in costumes on the right hand cart
River Kenwyn, looking towards Lemon Bridge and Back Quay, Truro, Cornwall. 1910-1920A view of the River Kenwyn from Lemon Quay, with Lemon Bridge in the distance. A sailing barge is lying alongside Back Quay. The Green, with its trees, can be seen in the centre of the photograph
Bugle Railway Station, Bugle, Cornwall. Probably before 1910A general view of Bugle Railway Station. A train is in the station and loaded wagons belonging to T.J. Sharp & Co. can be seen in the goods yard. Photographer: Unknown
Transporting granite blocks for King Alfreds statue to Penryn StationFowler traction engines 7974 and 9016 are pictured hauling blocks of granite from one of the Mabe quarries to Penryn Station, for onward transportation by train to Winchester, Hampshire
Royal Albert Bridge under construction, Saltash, Cornwall. 1858View of the construction of the Royal Albert Bridge from the St Budeaux side of the Tamar river. The first span was in place and the second span was floated out on to the river on 10th July 1858
Loading flower boxes, Bryher, Isles of Scilly, Cornwall. 1910sTwo men loading flower boxes onto a horse and cart. Photographer: Unknown
Samuel John Govier on his bicycle with his photographic box on the frontSamuel John Govier (1871-1967) was a pioneering photographer in the late 19th and early 20th century in Cornwall
View of the Cathedral, Truro, Cornwall. After 1910View of the cathedral and viaduct from Poltisco showing Garras Wharf with Harveys timber yard and the Green (which later became the site of the bus station)
James Tangye (1825-1912) in his workshop at Aviary Court, Illogan, Cornwall. Around 1900Mr James Tangye pictured in his workshop at his home, Aviary Court. He is seated, wearing a hat and holding a cane, amid various pieces of machinery
The French three-masted barque La Rochefoucauld off Falmouth, Cornwall. 1910The three-masted steel barque La Rochefoucauld was 89 days out of Caleta Coloso, bound for Ostend with nitrates. She arrived in Falmouth around 22nd August 1910 and was cleared on 29th October 1910
Samuel John Goviers photographic van by an unidentified cottageSamuel John Govier (1871-1967) was a pioneering photographer in the late 19th and early 20th century in Cornwall
Samuel John Goviers father, Samuel GovierSamuel John Govier (1871-1967) was a pioneering photographer in the late 19th and early 20th century in Cornwall
Samuel John Govier posed in fancy dress on his bicycleSamuel John Govier (1871-1967) was a pioneering photographer in the late 19th and early 20th century in Cornwall
Ships off Malpas Road seen from Worths Quay, Truro, Cornwall. Around 1900A barge and other vessels moored in the Truro River off Malpas Road, seen from Worths Quay
Malpas, Cornwall. Around 1890A view of terraced houses situated on the west side of the Malpas Ferry. A Free House and Tea Rooms are on the left. There is a man walking up the road from the creek
The three-masted French ship Socoa in Falmouth Harbour, Cornwall. 1906View of the starboard side of the three-masted French steel ship Socoa in Falmouth Harbour with tugs alongside. Note the remains of a wooden warship being broken up in the right foreground
The French three-masted barque Magatlan, Falmouth Harbour, Cornwall. May 1905The wooden three-masted French registered barque Magatlan brought to Falmouth harbour after being abandoned at sea and picked up by a British steamer
The French three-masted barque La Fontaine off Falmouth, Cornwall. July 1909The three-masted barque La Fontaine was built of steel at Ateliers and Chantiers in Nantes in 1899. She was registered in Nantes and owned by Societe Generale d Armement
Trelease farm looking across the River Fal to Tolverne, Kea, Cornwall. After 1907View of the river with the pleasure boat, Princess Victoria. The Princess Victoria was a twin screw Thomas steamer built in 1907 for the River Fal Steamship Company (1906-1942)
Mr A. W. Gills motor vehicle on a cart after being destroyed by fireOn Sunday returning from Perranporth just as the car was negotiating Liskey Hill, there was a sudden jerk and then a continuance of motion as if everything was right
New motor van for Criddle and Smith Ltd. Cornwall. 1920sA new motor van for Criddle and Smith Ltd of Truro and Penzance. The Furnishers of Cornwall They had premises in Kings Street, St Nicholas Street and 1 & 2 Victoria Place, Truro and in Newquay
Miss Treseders caravan, Cornwall. 1920sGroup of people at Miss Treseders caravan at an unknown location in Cornwall. Photographer: Unknown
The Cornish Express motor bus, St Just in Penwith, Cornwall. 14th May 1903The Cornish Express outside the Commercial Hotel in St Just in Penwith
Women on the back of a coach, Perranporth, Cornwall. 1923Women on the back of an R. Mitchell coach in a garage at Perranporth. Photographer: Arthur William Jordan
Women on a caravan, Cornwall. Around 1920sThree women on the back of a caravan with the St Agnes to Truro horse bus visible in the background. Photographer: Arthur William Jordan
Newham, Truro River, Truro, Cornwall. Early 1900sSmall craft off Newham looking towards Sunny Corner. Photographer: Unknown
Sunny Corner, Truro River, Truro, Cornwall. Early 1900sView up river to Sunny Corner. There is an unidentified pleasure steamer on the left, which could be Queen of the Fal or maybe Roseland. Photographer: Unknown
SS Dardare, Bude, Cornwall. 10th June 1905The SS Dardare moored off Bude breakwater, awaiting a full tide. SS Dardare was built in Le Havre, France, in 1872 and registered in London from 1902. Photographer: T. Mitchell
Transporting flower boxes, Bryher, Isles of Scilly, Cornwall. 1910sA view of a flower cart, with horse, beside a fishing boat on the shore line. Two men are loading flower boxes. Photographer: Unknown
Carting flower boxes, Bryher, Isles of Scilly, Cornwall. 1910sFlower boxes on a horse and cart. Photographer: Unknown
Richmond Hill, Truro, Cornwall. Early 1900sA view looking down the north side of Richmond Hill. Children and adults are standing on the pavement while a woman stands in the doorway of Number 42
Lemon Bridge, Lemon Quay, Truro, Cornwall. Late 1926A view looking down Back Quay from Lemon bridge. Four men are standing outside Newtons Hairdresser
High Cross, Truro, Cornwall. Probably around 1908A two-horse excursion car with passengers by the cathedral, with the west front still under scaffolding. Photographer: Unknown
Samuel John Goviers sister, BessieSamuel John Govier (1871-1967) was a pioneering photographer in the late 19th and early 20th century in Cornwall
Bridge Strengthening, Lostwithiel, Cornwall. January 1993Bridge strengthening work is undertaken on the bridge carrying the A390 road over the River Fowey at Lostwithiel
Bodinnick and ferry from Fowey, Lanteglos by Fowey, Cornwall. 1925A view of the river from Fowey looking towards Bodinnick with the ferry heading towards the landing. Cars and people are visible on the ferry
Malpas Ferry landing with people embarking, Malpas, Cornwall. Early 1900s
Waterfall Gardens, Truro, Cornwall. Before 1902Waterfall Gardens with the Parish Church of St George the Martyr on the left and Isambard Kingdom Brunels timber fanned Carvedras Viaduct on the right
Quay Street, Truro, Cornwall. 1920sView westwards along Quay Street with the Cathedral in the background and the Old Mansion House on the right
Fowey to Polruan Ferry, Fowey, Cornwall. January 1993Paul Toms at the helm of the Fowey to Polruan ferry, which has been bought by his father Allen Toms who owns Toms Boatyard in Polruan
Bandstand, Victoria Gardens, Truro, Cornwall. After 1902View over Truro from the top of Victoria Gardens showing the bandstand with two children in front. The rear of St Georges Chapel and Carvedras Viaduct are in the background
19th Century Barge, Lostwithiel, Cornwall. September 1992River widening work on the River Fowey, just below Coulson Park at Lostwithiel, unearthed a 19th century barge buried in the river bank
Worths Quay with excursionists awaiting a boat, Truro, Cornwall. Around 1920sA glass lantern slide picturing a large group of excursionists waiting for an excursion steamer on the Truro River at Worths Quay
Taylors Garage, Lemon Quay, Truro, Cornwall. Around late 1940sTaylors (Truro) Ltd.s Garage on Lemon Quay. The car in the forecourt has the registration number HVM 478. Taylors were the main dealers for Vauxhall and Bedford vehicles. Photographer: Unknown
River Widening, Lostwithiel, Cornwall. September 1992River widening work on the River Fowey, just below Coulson Park at Lostwithiel, saw barges with cages of stones, cranes
Victoria Gardens, Truro, Cornwall. Around 1900A gentleman and a young boy stand by the newly built pond and fountain at Victoria Gardens, with Isambard Kingdom Brunels original timber fanned viaduct in the background
Back Quay from Lemon Bridge, Truro, Cornwall. Early 1900sA view from Lemon Bridge looking along Back Quay, at high tide. A group of people, including a young lady, stand looking at the camera
Lemon Quay and Lemon Bridge, Truro, Cornwall. 1926A view of Lemon Quay and Lemon Bridge from Back Quay. The modern public toilets, which opened in September 1925, are visible just beyond the bridge
Back Quay and Lemon Quay, Truro, Cornwall. Around 1910Taken from Lemon Quay looking towards Back Quay, with the River Kenwyn at high tide, with a fully laden sailing barge alongside
River Kenwyn, looking towards Lemon Bridge, Truro, Cornwall. 1910-1920A view of the River Kenwyn with Lemon Bridge in the distance. Lemon Quay is on the left, with a back to front GARAGE sign situated near to a sailing barge lying alongside Lemon Quay
Back Quay, Truro, Cornwall. 1910A view taken from the west side of the River Kenwyn, looking up river towards Lemon Bridge in the distance. Back Quay is on the right with a sailing barge alongside near The Green
Back Quay and The Green, Truro, Cornwall. 1910-1920A view from just down river from Lemon Quay, looking up river towards Lemon Bridge (just out of view) and Back Quay. The trees on the right hand side mark The Green
Horse buses in front of the Cathedral, High Cross, Truro, Cornwall. Around 1910The horse buses include the St Columb-Summercourt-Truro service. People are seated on the horse buses as well as a number of children standing looking at the camera
High Cross, Truro, Cornwall. Around 1910The St Columb-Summercourt-Truro horse bus, with others, in front of the cathedral. Burtons China Galleries occupy the Assembly Rooms with Burtons Furniture Warehouses adjoining
Unidentified two funnelled steam yacht off Harlyn BayThree ladies are standing on the shore line. Gulland Rock can be seen in the background. Photographer: Thomas Henry Williams
View of the Cathedral, Truro, Cornwall. Around 1890sView of the unfinished cathedral from Poltisco with Isambard Kingdom Brunels original timber fanned viaduct on the left, behind the cathedral
View of River Fal from Tregothnan, St Michael Penkivel, Cornwall. Probably early 1900sA man in a rowing boat is in the foreground and a sailing ship is in the distance. Photographer: Arthur William Jordan
Young Farmers Club, Fowey, Cornwall. September 1992Members of Lostwithiel Young Farmers Club took turns on a tandem to collect money for cot death research
Coombe, Kea, Cornwall. Before 1908Early view of Coombe showing the creek with boats, and several houses on the bank. The two thatched cottages, Moor Close and Bunny Thatch, were demolished between the First and Second World Wars
Small leisure yacht, Coombe, Kea, Cornwall. Early 1900sView showing a small yacht on the creek outside Beach Cottage, Coombe with three men on board. The bearded man is shipwright, John Stevens Scoble, who lived in Beach Cottage
Little Petherick, Cornwall. Before 1904Ladies riding in a donkey cart at the turning below the church, looking east over the bridge before the church hall was built in 1904
Looe Bridge, Looe, Cornwall. Early 1900sView of the bridge looking north east, with two people in a canoe. Photographer: Unknown
Looe Bridge, Looe, Cornwall. Around 1900View from the Quay, East Looe. A number of small boats are moored in the foreground. The glass lantern slide is from a series and is numbered 56. Photographer: Unknown
Drilling Work, River Fowey, Lostwithiel, Cornwall. May 1992A train loaded with clay wagons on the Lostwithiel to Fowey branch line, as drilling work progresses to determine the strength of the river bed alongside Pill Walk. Photographer: Jonathan Barker
General view of bridge, Kennall Vale, Stithians, Cornwall. 1966Grade II listed road bridge over the River Kennall, immediately south of Kennall Vale Mill
Malpas Ferry arriving at Tregothnan landing, St Michael Penkivel, Cornwall. Late 1800sView of the Tregothnan landing, Ferryside Cottage and the Ferry House from the river, looking towards Malpas. The ferry is about to land. Photographer: Unknown
Malpas Ferry cottages, St Michael Penkivel, Cornwall. 1975View of the Ferry House and Ferryside Cottage on the Tregothnan side, looking across the river to Malpas. Photographer: Charles Woolf
Malpas, Cornwall. Probably early 1900sA view of Malpas, in the distance, from the Tresillian River. A number of schooners are moored off Malpas and a rowing boat " Busybody" with a man and two of children is in the foreground
Malpas Ferry underway with passengers onboard, Cornwall. 8th July 1912View of the Tresillian River, off Malpas. The ferry is carrying six passengers and the ferryman is seen using a quant pole. The pleasure launch L Oiseau Blesse is on the right
