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Sea Horse Ferry, Burgh Island, Kingsbridge, England
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Sea Horse Ferry, Burgh Island, Kingsbridge, England
Sea Horse Ferry, Burgh Island, Kingsbridge, near Bigbury on Sea, Devon, England. Date: 1920s
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1. Title: "A Blast from the Past: The Timeless Sea Horse Ferry at Burgh Island, Kingsbridge, Devon, England (1920s)" 2.. Step back in time with this photograph of the Sea Horse Ferry, gracefully navigating the shallow waters between Burgh Island and Bigbury-on-Sea in Devon, England. Dating back to the 1920s, this historical image showcases the unique horse-drawn ferry service that has connected the island to the mainland for centuries. Burgh Island, a tidal island located near Bigbury-on-Sea, has a rich history that spans back to the Roman times. The island's strategic position and natural harbor made it an essential trading post and a popular settlement. The Sea Horse Ferry, with its distinctive design, became an iconic symbol of this charming coastal community. In this photograph, the Sea Horse Ferry, with its horse-drawn carriage attached, can be seen making its way to the island. The shallow waters surrounding the island necessitated the use of horses to pull the ferry across the sandy seabed. The horses would be led across the causeway at low tide, and the ferry would follow, carrying passengers and goods to and from the island. The Sea Horse Ferry service continued until the 1960s, when a concrete causeway was built, making the ferry service obsolete. Today, the Sea Horse Ferry remains an important piece of maritime history, and the island itself is a popular tourist destination, attracting visitors from around the world. This photograph, taken in the 1920s, offers a glimpse into the past and a reminder of the unique connection between Burgh Island, the mainland, and the community that has thrived there for centuries.
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