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Charmouth MCF01_02_0827
Filename: mcf01_02_0827.jpg
Size: 6576 x 4952 (8.5MB)
Date: 3rd November 2022
Source: Historic England
Credit: His toric England Archive
Source: His toric England Archive
Owner URL: https ://images .his toricenglands ervices .org.uk/
Job Title: Photographer
© Historic England Archive
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Historic England
Charmouth MCF01_02_0827
The Street, Charmouth, West Dorset, Dorset. A view of The Street from the Axminster Road end, looking towards thatched cottages at the junction with Higher Sea Lane and showing a motor car driving up the hill
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Media ID 27968470
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print by Katherine MacFee transports us back to the quaint village of Charmouth in West Dorset during the 1920s. The image captures a picturesque view of The Street, one of the main thoroughfares in this idyllic countryside setting. From the perspective of Axminster Road, we are treated to a charming scene that showcases traditional thatched cottages at the junction with Higher Sea Lane. The focal point of this snapshot is undoubtedly a motor car making its way up the hill, providing an intriguing glimpse into early road transport. As it navigates through this timeless landscape, surrounded by historic architecture and lush greenery, it serves as a reminder of how far we have come in terms of transportation technology. MacFee's expert composition allows us to appreciate both the architectural beauty and natural splendor that define Charmouth. The thatched roofs add character and warmth to these cottages while blending harmoniously with their surroundings. Meanwhile, vibrant foliage frames the scene, enhancing its overall charm. This print from Historic England not only captures a specific moment frozen in time but also invites us to reflect on our connection with history and heritage. It reminds us that even as progress continues unabatedly around us, there will always be places like Charmouth where tradition endures and whispers stories from generations past.
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