Irish Sea Collection (#4)

First geological map of Britain, 1815 C016 / 5680
First geological map of Britain showing a detail of the north west coast. This map was published in 1815 by British geologist William Smith (1769-1839)

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A view of South Stack lighthouse from the heather covered cliffs

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The Coastline of Langness on the Isle Of Man

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Peel castle reflected at night

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Sandy beach leading to the harbour in the seaside town of Tenby

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Waves splash against an Iron Man at high tide on Crosby beach at high tide

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The beautiful coastline of County Antrim in Northern Ireland

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The beautiful coastline of County Antrim in Northern Ireland

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Flock of birds fleeing the beach

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The famous south stack lighthouse on Angelsey in North Wales

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A view of South Stack lighthouse from the heather covered cliffs

Archival color postcard, North Shore Parade, coastal resort, Blackpool, England, circa 1915
Archival colour postcard view of North Shore Parade, coastal resort, Blackpool, England, Great Britain, circa 1915; Blackpool, England

Cliffs Of Moher, Co Clare, Ireland; View Of Cliffs

Slieve League, Co Donegal, Ireland; Sea Cliffs

Sutton, Howth Head, Dublin Bay, County Dublin, Ireland

Heather On Howth Head, And Dublin Bay, Co Dublin, Ireland

Pass card part Irish Sea St. Georges Canal New Pass Kaert
Pass card of part of the Irish Sea and St. Georges Canal New Pass Kaert of the East Coast of Yrland Starting from the Hoeck of Waterfoort to the Mards As well as the West Coast of England From S

Murlough National Nature Reserve, Dundrum, County Down, Ireland

Baily Lighthouse, Howth, Co Dublin, Ireland

Rockabill, Off Skerries, Co Dublin, Ireland, Rockabill Lighthouse

Sutton Creek, Ireland

Bray Harbour, Co Wicklow, Ireland, Sugarloaf In The Background

Sunrise, Sandymount Strand Dun Laoghaire, Co Dublin

Berwick Breakwater Lighthouse; Berwick, Northumberland, England

Howth, County Dublin, Ireland; Sailboat In Harbour

Bangor - The Town and the Bay, from Mornington Park, Princeton, 1895. From Round the Coast. [George Newnes Limited, London, 1895]

Blackpool - View of the Front, Showing the Tower, 1895. From Round the Coast. [George Newnes Limited, London, 1895]

Europe, United Kingdom, Wales, Llandudno. Victorian Houses of Llandudno
United Kingdom, Wales, Llandudno. Victorian Houses of Llandudno

Balloons in the Siege of Paris, 1870-1 C017 / 7840
Balloons in the Siege of Paris. 1874 broadside listing the balloons used to evade the Siege of Paris (1870-71) during the Franco-Prussian War

England, Lancashire, Morecambe. The Art Deco Midland Hotel in Morecambe, overlooking Morecambe Bay

ENGLAND: BLACKPOOL, c1900. A view of the beach at Blackpool, on the Irish Sea in Lancashire, England, with the North Pier seen in the distance. Photochrome, c1900

ENGLAND: BLACKPOOL, c1900. A view of the beach and amusement park at Blackpool, on the Irish Sea in Lancashire, England. Photochrome, c1900

ENGLAND: BLACKPOOL, c1900. A view of the North Pier at the beach and amusement park at Blackpool, on the Irish Sea in Lancashire, England. Photochrome, c1900

ENGLAND: BLACKPOOL, c1900. A view from the Central Pier of the beach and amusement park at Blackpool, on the Irish Sea in Lancashire, England. Photochrome, c1900

Wigtown - From the Martyrs Monument, 1895. From Round the Coast. [George Newnes Limited, London, 1895]

Monkstown - From Monkstown Pier Station, 1895. From Round the Coast. [George Newnes Limited, London, 1895]

Carlingford - Showing the Ruins of Carlingford Castle, 1895. From Round the Coast. [George Newnes Limited, London, 1895]

Holyhead - The Breakwater, 1895. From Round the Coast. [George Newnes Limited, London, 1895]

Kingstown - General View of the Harbour, 1895. From Round the Coast. [George Newnes Limited, London, 1895]

Port St. Mary - The Town and Harbour, 1895. From Round the Coast. [George Newnes Limited, London, 1895]

St. Anne s-On-Sea - The South Promenade, 1895. From Round the Coast. [George Newnes Limited, London, 1895]

Laxey - General View, 1895. From Round the Coast. [George Newnes Limited, London, 1895]

Portpatrick - The Harbour, 1895. From Round the Coast. [George Newnes Limited, London, 1895]

Ramsey - From the Albert Tower, 1895. From Round the Coast. [George Newnes Limited, London, 1895]

Castletown - From the Pier, Showing the Castle of Rushen, 1895. From Round the Coast. [George Newnes Limited, London, 1895]

Rostrevor - Woodside, Rostrevor, 1895. From Round the Coast. [George Newnes Limited, London, 1895]

Port Erin - Bradda Head, with the Milner Tower, 1895. From Round the Coast. [George Newnes Limited, London, 1895]

Port Erin - Panoramic View of the Town and Its Vicinity, 1895. From Round the Coast. [George Newnes Limited, London, 1895]

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The Irish Sea: A Tapestry of Beauty and History Gazing down from space, the Irish Sea reveals its enchanting allure as it shimmers under the night sky, separating Scotland and England. This satellite image captures the mesmerizing expanse that connects these lands. On one side lies Lancashire's Lytham St Annes, a coastal gem in England where golden sands meet rolling waves. Further south, Baily Lighthouse stands tall on Howth Peninsula in County Dublin, Ireland - a beacon guiding ships through treacherous waters. Venturing westward brings us to Wales and its captivating Menai Strait. Here, nature weaves an intricate tapestry of rugged beauty between mainland Wales and Anglesey Island. Traveling back in time to 1895, Pwllheli emerges as a sheltered corner nestled within this maritime realm. The tranquility of Whitehaven Harbour during the mid-19th century is etched forever in an engraving from c1840-50 - a testament to human ingenuity coexisting with nature's grandeur. Yet even amidst serene scenes lie moments of mystery. Fog envelops the Skellig Islands off County Kerry's coast; Great Skellig Michael takes center stage while Little Skellig peeks shyly from behind - an ethereal sight that captivates all who witness it. Delving further into history reveals Whitehaven's bustling harbor during 1814-1825; artist William Daniell immortalizes this vibrant hub where trade thrived amid breathtaking surroundings. In Britannia's Realm circa 1880 (c1930), John Brett paints a vivid picture encompassing not only land but also sea - showcasing how intertwined they are within this region rich with heritage. And let us not forget Hadrian's Wall standing resolute against time itself – a symbol of ancient Roman engineering marvels that once guarded Britannia’s northern frontier.