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St Lawrence. Pegwell Bay PEN01_15_03_29452
Filename: pen01_15_03_29452.jpg
Size: 6037 x 3804 (4.8MB)
Date: 31st August 2021
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Source: Historic England Archive
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St Lawrence. Pegwell Bay PEN01_15_03_29452
PEGWELL BAY, RAMSGATE, THANET, KENT. A general view of Pegwell Bay from the west, showing the Pegwell Village Hotel and Pegwell Inn with the sea in the background. 1945-1965.
The hotel dates to the mid 19th cenury, and was extended in 1896. It has three storeys and an attic, in two blocks linked with a central tower. The tower has a large jettied belfry with round-headed openings, a dome roof and ball finial. To the right, as the base of the sea wall, is the Pegwell Inn. It was built and altered at the same time as the hotel, with three storeys facing the sea front, and one storeys to the road elevation
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Media ID 23338966
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Hotel Sea Defences Victorian Holidaymakers
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the timeless beauty of St Lawrence, Pegwell Bay in Kent. Taken between 1945 and 1965, it showcases a picturesque scene that could easily be mistaken for an idyllic postcard. The focal point of the image is the magnificent Pegwell Village Hotel, which dates back to the mid-19th century and was later expanded in 1896. With its three storeys and attic, this architectural gem consists of two blocks connected by a striking central tower adorned with a large jettied belfry featuring round-headed openings. Crowned by a dome roof and ball finial, the tower adds an air of grandeur to this already impressive structure. To the right of the hotel stands another charming building - the Pegwell Inn. Built and modified simultaneously with its counterpart, this three-storey establishment faces towards the seafront while boasting one storey on its road-facing side. Together, these historic buildings form an integral part of Thanet's heritage. The photograph also highlights the natural splendor surrounding these man-made marvels; with Pegwell Bay stretching out into infinity behind them. The bay's tranquil waters create a serene backdrop against which holidaymakers can enjoy their leisurely activities. John Pennycuick has masterfully captured not only architectural excellence but also encapsulated a sense of nostalgia within this single frame – transporting viewers back to a time when life seemed simpler and more carefree along Kent's scenic coastline.
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