Watermouth Collection

Balloon descending into Bristol Channel
A balloon descending into the water of the Bristol Channel, near Watermouth. The passengers were Sadler and Clayfield, who ascended from Bristol. 24 September 1810

Southill Park, the seat of William Henry Whitbread
Southill Park, Bedfordshire, the seat of William Henry Whitbread, of the brewing family. Georgian house with gardens landscaped by Capability Brown

Watermouth Road, Hele, Devon. Date: circa 1920s

Watermouth near Ilfracombe, Devon - Painted by landscape artist Alfred Robert Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J. Salmon, and reproduced as a local view postcard

Watermouth Castle, Combe Martin, Devon. Date: circa 1920

Enmore Castle, Somerset, the seat of the 3rd Earl of Egmont, 1825 (engraving)
5913002 Enmore Castle, Somerset, the seat of the 3rd Earl of Egmont, 1825 (engraving) by British School, (19th century); (add.info.: Watermouth, Devon, the seat of Joseph Davie Bassett)

Watermouth, North Devon (engraving)
5220610 Watermouth, North Devon (engraving) by Campion, George Bryant (1796-1870); Private Collection; (add.info.: Watermouth, North Devon)

Watermouth Boat Creek (b / w photo)
6012163 Watermouth Boat Creek (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Watermouth Boat Creek. Illustration for Views of Combe Martin (Valentine, c 1895)

Watermouth, Devon, the seat of Joseph Davie Bassett. View of the house with its eastern terrace and romantic scenery. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by F.W.L

Watermouth from road (b / w photo)
6012162 Watermouth from road (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Watermouth from road. Illustration for Views of Combe Martin (Valentine, c 1895)

A Visit to Ilfracombe (engraving)
1053076 A Visit to Ilfracombe (engraving) by Boot, William Henry James (1848-1918) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Visit to Ilfracombe)

Source Size = 3773 x 5027
A VISIT TO ILFRACOMBE, 1. View from the Hotel Garden. 2. The Torrs. 3. Briery Cave, Watermouth. 4. Ilfracombe, from Hillsborough. 5. The Harbour, from Key Fields. 6. The Bathing Cove. 7

ENGLAND: WATERMOUTH CAVES. Watermouth caves at Ilfracombe, England. Photochrome, c1895

View of flowering heather and gorse beside Southwest coast path on Great Hangmans Hill, heading down to Combe Martin with view along coast to Watermouth and Lundy Island, Combe Martin, North Devon

Rainclouds gathering over rocky coastal peninsula and bay in evening, with Great Hangmans and Combemartin in distance, Sextons Burrows, Watermouth Harbour, Watermouth, North Devon, England, August

Great Britain, England, Devon, campsite near Ilfracombe at Watermouth

Watermouth caves, Ilfracombe, England. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

Watermouth Castle, Ilfracombe, England. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

Watermouth Caves
Tourists in the entrance to Watermouth Caves, near Ilfracombe, Devon, England. Date: circa 1960

Watermouth cove on the north Devon coast near Ilfracombe, UK
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Discover the enchanting beauty of Watermouth: a hidden gem nestled near Ilfracombe, Devon. From the breathtaking sight of a balloon descending into Bristol Channel to the majestic Watermouth Castle in Combe Martin, this coastal paradise is filled with wonders waiting to be explored. Immerse yourself in history as you visit Southill Park, once the seat of William Henry Whitbread, or Enmore Castle, home to the 3rd Earl of Egmont in Somerset. Capture moments of tranquility at Watermouth Boat Creek and witness the timeless charm Road in Hele, Devon. The captivating engravings depict scenes from a bygone era - showcasing both the allure and nostalgia that surround this picturesque destination. As you journey through Watermouth's scenic landscapes, take a moment to admire Elephanta Water Cave in Coombe Martin Bay - an awe-inspiring natural wonder that will leave you speechless. Whether it's strolling along its idyllic shores or marveling at its architectural splendor like Joseph Davie Bassett's residence, every corner reveals something extraordinary. A visit to Ilfracombe adds another layer of excitement as you explore its vibrant streets and immerse yourself in its rich cultural heritage. Let your senses come alive as you soak up all that this charming town has to offer. Watermouth beckons adventurers seeking solace amidst nature's bounty and history enthusiasts yearning for tales untold. Come lose yourself in its ethereal beauty – where land meets sea and dreams become reality.