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The old pub and isolation hospital on Flat Holm Island (Ynys Echni

The old pub and isolation hospital on Flat Holm Island (Ynys Echni


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The old pub and isolation hospital on Flat Holm Island (Ynys Echni

The old pub and isolation hospital on Flat Holm Island (Ynys Echni) in the Bristol Channel 17th July 1973

Staff Photographer
Western Mail Archive
Mirrorpix
Flat Holm Island
Vale of Glamorgan
Wales

Media ID 21784711

© Mirrorpix

Birds Buildings Cardiff Lighthouse Ruins Seagulls Seventies Vale Of Glamorgan 1973 Abandon


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This print takes us back to the summer of 1973, capturing the haunting beauty of Flat Holm Island in the Bristol Channel. The image showcases two prominent structures that once stood proudly on this isolated island: the old pub and isolation hospital. As we gaze at the photograph, we are transported to a different era, where these buildings were witnesses to countless tales of joy and sorrow. Now abandoned and left to nature's whims, they stand as silent reminders of a bygone time. The rugged charm of these ruins is enhanced by the presence of seagulls gracefully soaring above them. Their cries echo through the air, adding an eerie yet poetic touch to this scene frozen in time. Flat Holm Island itself holds historical significance as it served as a quarantine station during outbreaks such as cholera and smallpox. This isolation hospital played a crucial role in protecting nearby Cardiff from contagious diseases that plagued society. The lighthouse standing tall amidst this desolate landscape serves as a beacon for ships navigating through treacherous waters. Its stoic presence reminds us of human resilience against nature's forces. Located in Vale of Glamorgan, Wales, this photograph encapsulates both natural beauty and man-made history intertwined harmoniously on Flat Holm Island. It offers us an opportunity to reflect upon our past while appreciating the enduring spirit embedded within these weathered walls.

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