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Duck Alley, near Central Square, Newquay, Cornwall. 1904
Filename: TRURI-NWQrd-1.tiff
Size: 6241 x 7870 (49.1MB)
Date: 18th July 2019
Source: Royal Cornwall Museum
County: Towns, streets, roads, old buildings, advertisements, people, Edwardian men, Cornish, street, scene, man, characters
Location Name: Cornwall
© From the collection of the RIC
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Royal Cornwall Museum
Duck Alley, near Central Square, Newquay, Cornwall. 1904
Three men with two dogs outside a derelict building. The building is covered in posters advertising the 1904 Newquay Regatta, auctions and various businesses. Duck Alley and the buildings located there have since been demolished. The men are identified as Mr Harris, on the left, and Dave Old, in the centre. The glass lantern slide is labelled Steve Hoare s
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TRURI : NWQrd.1
Media ID 19144907
© From the collection of the RIC
EDITORS COMMENTS
Step back in time to the vibrant streets of Newquay, Cornwall in 1904 with this photo print. Duck Alley, near Central Square, comes alive with its bustling atmosphere and intriguing characters. In this snapshot frozen in time, we see three men accompanied by their loyal canine companions outside a weathered derelict building. The building itself serves as a canvas for an array of eye-catching posters that adorn its walls. These posters proudly advertise the upcoming 1904 Newquay Regatta, auctions, and various local businesses. It's fascinating to imagine the excitement and anticipation these events must have generated among the townsfolk. Identified as Mr Harris on the left and Dave Old in the center, these men exude a sense of camaraderie and perhaps even mischief. Their presence adds depth to this historical moment captured by an unknown photographer from Steve Hoare's collection. Sadly, Duck Alley and its surrounding buildings have long been demolished since this photograph was taken over a century ago. However, through images like these preserved at Royal Cornwall Museum, we are able to glimpse into Newquay's rich past and appreciate how much has changed over time. This print is not only a testament to our shared history but also a reminder of how photography allows us to connect with moments that would otherwise be lost forever.
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