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Portishead Dock EAW225597
Filename: eaw225597.jpg
Size: 4818 x 4816 (12.6MB)
Date: 29th March 2017
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive. Aerofi
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: images.historicenglandservices.org.uk
© Historic England Archive
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Historic England
Portishead Dock EAW225597
Portishead Dock and branch railway line, Portishead, North Somerset. Photographed by Aerofilms Ltd in 1972
Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places
Media ID 13447448
© Historic England Archive
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back in time to the year 1972, offering a bird's-eye view of Portishead Dock and its branch railway line in North Somerset. The image, captured by Aerofilms Ltd, showcases the bustling maritime activity that once thrived within this historic port. As we gaze upon the photograph, our eyes are drawn to the intricate network of docks and harbours that stretch out before us. The aerial perspective allows us to appreciate the strategic layout of this vital transportation hub, with ships docked alongside each other and cranes ready to unload their precious cargo. The atmosphere depicted is one of constant motion and industry. We can almost hear the sounds of seagulls soaring above as they follow fishing vessels returning from their expeditions at sea. The air is filled with anticipation as workers scurry about on deck, ensuring smooth operations within this bustling port. Portishead Dock holds an undeniable charm - a testament to its rich maritime heritage. This print serves as a poignant reminder of how crucial ports like these were for trade and commerce during bygone eras. Preserved within Historic England Archive, this snapshot offers us a glimpse into a world long past but not forgotten – where ships sailed in and out daily, connecting distant lands through trade routes etched across vast oceans. It invites us to reflect on our shared history while appreciating the enduring beauty found within such industrial landscapes.
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