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Pentire Hotel, East Pentire, Newquay Cornwall. Around 1928
A view of the Pentire Hotel being built and nearing completion but still with scaffolding. A mother with her children, one in a pram, are in the foreground. Photographer: Unknown. Royal Cornwall Museum is the UK's Greatest Museum For Cornish Life & Culture. © From the collection of the RIC
TRURI : NWQih.15.3
Media ID 19055295
Filename: TRURI-NWQih-15-3.tiff
Size: 8054 x 6239 (50MB)
Date: 7th June 2019
Source: Royal Cornwall Museum
County: Cornwall
Location Name: 50.415497, -5.073719
Architecture Fashion Tourism Cloche Coastal Town
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Step back in time to the picturesque coastal town of Newquay, Cornwall, circa 1928. This print captures a significant moment in history - the construction and near completion of the iconic Pentire Hotel. The image showcases the grandeur of its architecture, with scaffolding delicately embracing its structure, hinting at the anticipation that filled the air. In this snapshot frozen in time, we are transported to an era where fashion was as much a statement as it was an art form. A mother gracefully stands alongside her children in the foreground; one nestled comfortably in a pram. Their attire reflects the elegance and sophistication synonymous with 1920s fashion - cloche hats adorning their heads and stylish ensembles draping their bodies. The photographer behind this remarkable piece remains unknown, yet their lens has immortalized not only a building but also captured slices of life from another era. As we gaze upon this photograph today, we can't help but marvel at how far we've come while cherishing our rich heritage. This evocative image serves as a testament to Cornwall's enduring allure as a tourist destination throughout history. It invites us to explore its breathtaking coastline and immerse ourselves in its timeless charm. Let it transport you on an enchanting journey through time.
