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Portscatho harbour, Gerrans, Cornwall. 1901
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Portscatho harbour, Gerrans, Cornwall. 1901
Portscatho harbour and residents, looking outwards towards the sea. In this photograph, the harbours breakwater is visible. Photographer: Herbert Hughes
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TRURI : GERps.2
Media ID 13288215
© From the collection of the RIC
Beach Boat Children Fishing Houses Village Breakwater
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This evocative photograph, taken by Herbert Hughes in the year 1901, captures the picturesque scene of Portscatho harbour in Gerrans, Cornwall. The image transports us back in time, inviting us to witness the daily life of this charming Cornish fishing village. The harbour, with its sturdy breakwater, stands proudly against the backdrop of the vast, open sea. The boats moored along the quay, their sails furled, are a testament to the livelihoods of the hardworking fishermen who once called this place home. The simple, whitewashed houses lining the shore, with their thatched roofs and colorful doors, offer a glimpse into the lives of the village residents. Children can be seen playing on the beach, their laughter carried on the salty breeze. They build sandcastles and explore the rocky shoreline, oblivious to the world beyond. The women, dressed in their traditional Cornish attire, go about their daily chores, collecting seaweed or mending nets. The men, meanwhile, prepare their boats for the next day's catch, their faces etched with the lines of hard work and determination. The sea, ever present and powerful, dominates the scene. Its deep, blue hue stretches out towards the horizon, dotted with the sails of the fishing boats as they head out to sea. The breakwater, a testament to the resilience of the community, stands firm against the relentless waves, protecting the harbour and the village that depends on it. This photograph is a beautiful reminder of a bygone era, a time when life was simpler, and the sea was the heartbeat of the community. It invites us to pause and appreciate the simple pleasures of life, and to cherish the beauty and power of nature.
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