River Tamar Collection

Saltash railway bridge over River Tamar, built by Brunel, Cornwall, England, United Kingdom, Europe

HMS Norfolk a County-class heavy cruiser Circa 1939

HMS Courageous seen here leaving Devonport dockyard following her conversion from battleship to aircraft carrier. 14th May 1928

HMS Valiant was one of five Queen Elizabeth-class battleships seen here approaching Devonport dockyard prior to the second world war. Circa 1937

Early morning sun lights up the Tamar Bridge and Royal Albert Bridge, spanning the River Tamar at Saltash, Cornwall, England. Spring (April) 2021

Sunrise over the Royal Albert Bridge which spans the River Tamar in Saltash, Cornwall, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Low Head, at entrance to River Tamar, from East Beach (b / w photo)
6012288 Low Head, at entrance to River Tamar, from East Beach (b/w photo) by Spurling, Stephen (1847-1924); Private Collection; (add.info.: Low Head, at entrance to River Tamar, from East Beach)

Launceston: A Riverside Orchard, Leam, River Tamar (b / w photo)
6012277 Launceston: A Riverside Orchard, Leam, River Tamar (b/w photo) by Spurling, Stephen (1847-1924); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Riverside Orchard, Leam, River Tamar)

Launceston: Near Rosevears, River Tamar (b / w photo)
6012283 Launceston: Near Rosevears, River Tamar (b/w photo) by Spurling, Stephen (1847-1924); Private Collection; (add.info.: Near Rosevears, River Tamar)

Launceston: TS Nairana in Home Reach, River Tamar (b / w photo)
6012276 Launceston: TS Nairana in Home Reach, River Tamar (b/w photo) by Spurling, Stephen (1847-1924); Private Collection; (add.info.: TS Nairana in Home Reach, River Tamar)

Launceston: TS Loongana near Dilston, River Tamar (b / w photo)
6012269 Launceston: TS Loongana near Dilston, River Tamar (b/w photo) by Spurling, Stephen (1847-1924); Private Collection; (add.info.: TS Loongana near Dilston, River Tamar)

The Mining District of Beaconsfield, near Launceston, Tasmania (engraving)
1043988 The Mining District of Beaconsfield, near Launceston, Tasmania (engraving) by Durand, Godefroy (1832-1896); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Mining District of Beaconsfield)

Freshwater Point, River Tamar (b / w photo)
5988524 Freshwater Point, River Tamar (b/w photo) by Australian Photographer (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Freshwater Point, River Tamar)

Saltash Bridge, c. 1930 (pencil and oil on card)
1197091 Saltash Bridge, c. 1930 (pencil and oil on card) by Wallis, Alfred (1855-1942); (30.5x42.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright

Sketches on the River Tamar (litho)
1107618 Sketches on the River Tamar (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches on the River Tamar)

Royal Albert Bridge on the Great Western Railway at Saltash, Cornwall, built by Isambard Kingdom Brunel in 1859
6014773 Royal Albert Bridge on the Great Western Railway at Saltash, Cornwall, built by Isambard Kingdom Brunel in 1859 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Morwell Rocks (w / c on paper)
AGN265322 Morwell Rocks (w/c on paper) by Abbott, John White (1764-1851); Private Collection; Photo eAgnew s, London; English, out of copyright

The Opening of the Saltash Bridge by Prince Albert, 2nd May 1859, c. 1859 (oil on canvas)
IGM199566 The Opening of the Saltash Bridge by Prince Albert, 2nd May 1859, c.1859 (oil on canvas) by Robins, Thomas Valentine (fl.1859); 29.1x49.6 cm; Ironbridge Gorge Museum, Telford, Shropshire

HMS Dorsetshire pennant number 40 a County-class heavy cruiser seen here prior to the second world war. Circa 1933

HMS Cornwall, pennant number 56, a County-class heavy cruiser seen here leaving Devonport dockyard 14th May 1928

View of Mount Edgcumbe, Cornwall, looking across Plymouth Sound, c1890. Creator: Unknown
View of Mount Edgcumbe, Cornwall, looking across Plymouth Sound, c1890. From " Cassells History of England - Special Edition, Vol

A View of Mount Edgcumbe from the Block House, pub. 1755. Creator: Samuel Scott
A View of Mount Edgcumbe from the Block House, pub. 1755 (hand coloured engraving). shows the view out to sea from the Citadel Fort, on Plymouth Hoe with Mount Edgcumbe, Cornwall in the distance

Plymouth Hoe and Sound and Mouth of the Tamar, 1902. From Rivers of Great Britain: Descriptive, Historical, Pictorial. [Cassell and Company, Ltd. London, 1902]

Royal Albert Bridge, Saltash, Cornwall, late 19th or early 20th century. Artist: Church Army Lantern Department
Royal Albert Bridge, Saltash, Cornwall, late 19th or early 20th century. Isambard Kingdom Brunel built the Royal Albert Bridge to carry the Great Western Railway (GWR)

Plymouth, Devon, 19th century. Artist: William Finden
Plymouth, Devon, 19th century. From a sketch by Jendle

Calstock and railway viaduct over the River Tamar, Cornwall, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Calstock railway viaduct, Tamar Valley, Cornwall, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Plymouth and Mount Edgecombe and River Tamar, Devon, England, United Kingdom, Europe

St. Germans village leading to River Tamar in Plymouth, Devon, England, United Kingdom, Europe

View of Launceston and River Tamar, Tasmania, Australia, Pacific

River Tamar, Tamar Valley, Tasmania, Australia, Pacific

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"Discover the Majestic River Tamar: A Tapestry of History and Beauty" Immerse yourself in the enchanting allure of the River Tamar, as it winds its way through Cornwall, England. This iconic river is adorned with remarkable landmarks that tell tales of engineering marvels and naval prowess. Gaze upon the Saltash railway bridge, a testament to Brunel's ingenuity, standing proudly over the River Tamar. Its elegant arches bear witness to countless journeys taken across this historic waterway. Transport yourself back to 1939 when HMS Norfolk, a County-class heavy cruiser, graced these waters. Imagine her regal presence as she sailed along the river's course, leaving an indelible mark on maritime history. As dawn breaks, watch in awe as the early morning sun illuminates both the Tamar Bridge and Royal Albert Bridge. These magnificent structures stand side by side like sentinels guarding this picturesque landscape. Witness HMS Courageous departing Devonport dockyard after undergoing a transformative conversion. Feel a sense of pride knowing that this vessel once protected our shores and ventured into unknown seas. Let your eyes feast upon breathtaking sunrises casting their golden hues upon the Royal Albert Bridge—a true masterpiece spanning across the River Tamar—connecting communities in Saltash with unrivaled grace. Travel further downstream to Low Head at the entrance where black-and-white photographs capture its timeless beauty. Experience tranquility as you take in Leam—an idyllic riverside orchard—and admire nature's artistry near Rosevears. Explore historical snapshots showcasing TS Nairana majestically sailing through Home Reach and TS Loongana gracefully navigating near Dilston—remnants of a bygone era forever etched into memory. Cross continents for a momentary glimpse into Tasmania's Beaconsfield mining district captured vividly in engravings—a reminder that rivers unite us all despite geographical boundaries.