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Penzance Collection (#8)

Penzance, a picturesque town nestled in the Cornwall County Road Map, offers breathtaking views and captivating experiences

Background imagePenzance Collection: Picture No. 10741168

Picture No. 10741168
England - Aerial view, Land's End, Penzance, Cornwall Date:

Background imagePenzance Collection: Short Sandringham 5 G-AHZA Penzance of BOAC

Short Sandringham 5 G-AHZA Penzance of BOAC
Short Sandringham 5, G-AHZA, Penzance, of BOAC

Background imagePenzance Collection: Wherry Mine, Mounts Bay, Penzance, Cornwall, England. Wooden trestle bridge

Wherry Mine, Mounts Bay, Penzance, Cornwall, England. Wooden trestle bridge carrying the horizontal rods from the steam engine, left

Background imagePenzance Collection: Humphry Davy (1778-1829) British chemist, 1800. Inventor of safety lamp for miners

Humphry Davy (1778-1829) British chemist, 1800. Inventor of safety lamp for miners. Using electrolysis he discovered a number of elements. Worked on Nitrous oxide (Laughing gas)

Background imagePenzance Collection: Mary Callinack

Mary Callinack, Aged 85, The Cornish Fish-woman, Who Walked From Penzance To The Great Exhibition, In Hyde Park, London, UK

Background imagePenzance Collection: Great Britain, England, Cornwall, Penzance, view of yachts moored at the harbour

Great Britain, England, Cornwall, Penzance, view of yachts moored at the harbour

Background imagePenzance Collection: The Pirates of Penzance The Pirates of Penzance

The Pirates of Penzance The Pirates of Penzance
The Pirates of Penzance. Poster for Federal Theatre Project presentation of The Pirates of Penzance at the Savoy Theatre, showing a pirate and ship. Date between 1936 and 1941

Background imagePenzance Collection: Penzance, Logan Rock, Cornwall, England

Penzance, Logan Rock, Cornwall, England. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

Background imagePenzance Collection: Penzance, Lands End, Cornwall, England

Penzance, Lands End, Cornwall, England. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

Background imagePenzance Collection: Penzance, St. Michaels Mount, Cornwall, England

Penzance, St. Michaels Mount, Cornwall, England. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

Background imagePenzance Collection: Penzance, general view, Cornwall, England

Penzance, general view, Cornwall, England. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

Background imagePenzance Collection: Newlyn Harbour Wall

Newlyn Harbour Wall
The lovely sweeping curve of the harbour wall at Newlyn, a picturesque fishing village near Penzance, Cornwall, England. Date: 1950s

Background imagePenzance Collection: Penzance Street Scene

Penzance Street Scene
Horse-drawn transport in Market Jew Street. Date: early 20th century

Background imagePenzance Collection: Sewage Outfall

Sewage Outfall
Raw sewage spewing into the sea and onto the beach at Mounts Bay, Penzance, Cornwall, England. Date: 1980s

Background imagePenzance Collection: Newlyn / Cornwall C1910

Newlyn / Cornwall C1910
Newlyn, Cornwall, looking towards Penzance Date: circa 1910

Background imagePenzance Collection: Aerial photo of Penzance harbour, West Penwith, Cornwall, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Aerial photo of Penzance harbour, West Penwith, Cornwall, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imagePenzance Collection: Kayaks and dinghies stacked against seawall at Mousehole, near Penzance, Cornwall

Kayaks and dinghies stacked against seawall at Mousehole, near Penzance, Cornwall, England, United Kingdom

Background imagePenzance Collection: Domino Player - Penzance, Cornwall

Domino Player - Penzance, Cornwall
An elderly domno player enjoying a game at the Riviera Bar, Penzance, Cornwall

Background imagePenzance Collection: Sailmaker - Penzance, Cornwall

Sailmaker - Penzance, Cornwall
An elderly sailmaker (Arthur Willoughby), working in the traditional way in Penzance, Cornwall

Background imagePenzance Collection: Old Man arrested - eyes covered

Old Man arrested - eyes covered
Walter Parsons (aged 63) arrested and walked by two Policemen to Penzance Magistrates Court. One of the coppers partially obscures the photographers view of the felon with a folded sheaf of papers

Background imagePenzance Collection: Princess Anne visiting Penzance, Cornwall

Princess Anne visiting Penzance, Cornwall
Princess Anne (Princess Royal, b 1950), visiting the John Daniel Centre in Penzance, Cornwall. The John Daniel Centre provides day services for local adults with learning disabilities

Background imagePenzance Collection: Grenadier Guards drummers, Trengwainton House, Cornwall

Grenadier Guards drummers, Trengwainton House, Cornwall
The Corps of Drums of the Grenadier Guards performing on the front lawn of Trengwainton House in Penzance, Cornwall in front of a large audience

Background imagePenzance Collection: Poster advertising the Pirates of Penzance

Poster advertising the Pirates of Penzance
Poster advertising a production of The Pirates of Penzance, a comic operetta by Gilbert and Sullivan

Background imagePenzance Collection: Penzance Lugger

Penzance Lugger
Lugger of Penzance, Cornwall

Background imagePenzance Collection: PENZANCE - 1927

PENZANCE - 1927
The Promenade, Penzance

Background imagePenzance Collection: Canning Mackerels

Canning Mackerels
Two young women canning mackerels at Shipmans factory, Newlyn, near Penzance, Cornwall, England

Background imagePenzance Collection: Morrab Gardens

Morrab Gardens
Tropical trees and plants in the lovely Morrab Gardens, Penzance, Cornwall, England

Background imagePenzance Collection: Men-An-Tol Stones

Men-An-Tol Stones
Men-An-Tol standing stones, Penzance, Cornwall

Background imagePenzance Collection: Aerial shot of railway line near Penzance, Cornwall, United Kingdom, Europe

Aerial shot of railway line near Penzance, Cornwall, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imagePenzance Collection: Aerial shot of Penzance area, Cornwall, United Kingdom, Europe

Aerial shot of Penzance area, Cornwall, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imagePenzance Collection: A 16th century cider press in the grounds of Penlee hose in Penzance, Cornwall, UK

A 16th century cider press in the grounds of Penlee hose in Penzance, Cornwall, UK
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Background imagePenzance Collection: A water feature in the grounds of Penlee house in Penzance, Cornwall, UK

A water feature in the grounds of Penlee house in Penzance, Cornwall, UK
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Background imagePenzance Collection: A flowering Bessanaria palm in the grounds of Penlee house in Penzance, Cornwall, UK

A flowering Bessanaria palm in the grounds of Penlee house in Penzance, Cornwall, UK
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Background imagePenzance Collection: Egyptian house, Penzance, Cornwall, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Egyptian house, Penzance, Cornwall, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imagePenzance Collection: Harbour and fishing fleet, Penzance, Cornwall, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Harbour and fishing fleet, Penzance, Cornwall, England, United Kingdom, Europe




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Penzance, a picturesque town nestled in the Cornwall County Road Map, offers breathtaking views and captivating experiences. From the stunning vista over the Minack Theatre to Porthcurno beach near Penzance, West Cornwall, England, nature's beauty is on full display. Travelers can embark on an unforgettable journey aboard the London to Penzance train at Teignmouth, Devon. As it chugs along towards its destination, passengers are treated to scenic vistas that leave them in awe. Stepping off at Penzance Station takes you back in time as you catch a glimpse of its charm from c. 1940. The station stands as a testament to history and serves as a gateway for exploring all that this enchanting region has to offer. As dusk sets in, an aerial view reveals the mesmerizing Saint Michaels Mount and Marazion near Penzance. This ethereal sight leaves visitors spellbound with its mystical allure. Transportation has always played a significant role here; even steam rail motors were once seen approaching Penzance Station around 1915. These relics remind us of the rich heritage ingrained within this town's DNA. Immerse yourself in local traditions by witnessing Maypole dancing in Paul village—a delightful celebration of culture and community spirit that showcases Cornwall's vibrant folklore. Penzance itself is a gem within England's United Kingdom—its European charm evident throughout every street corner and historic landmark. Discover hidden treasures while strolling through its quaint alleys or indulging in delectable local cuisine. Venturing outside of town leads you to Men-an-Tol—an ancient cromlech near Madron—a mysterious stone formation steeped in mythology and wonderment. Its presence adds another layer of intrigue to this already fascinating area. Even travel enthusiasts will appreciate Western Airways' eye-catching timetable cover design—an invitation to explore new horizons from Penzance into uncharted territories beyond imagination.