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Castle Beach, Falmouth, July 1934
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Castle Beach, Falmouth, July 1934
View of Castle Beach, Falmouth, Cornwall, July 1934. Holidaymakers are on the beach and bathing the sea. The Falmouth Hotel can be seen on the right of the picture and other hotels of the time line the front along Cliff Road
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 19754715
© STEAM Museum of the GWR
1930s 1934 Beach Children Cornwall Falmouth Holidaymakers Hotel People Summer Tourism Bathers Castle Beach Cliff Road
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Step back in time to the idyllic summer of 1934, where a captivating scene unfolds on Castle Beach, Falmouth. This vintage print captures the essence of a bygone era, as holidaymakers flock to the sandy shores and embrace the refreshing sea waters. The sun-drenched beach is teeming with life, as families and friends create cherished memories amidst Cornwall's stunning coastline. In this snapshot from history, one cannot miss the grandeur of The Falmouth Hotel standing proudly on the right side of the picture. A symbol of luxury and elegance at that time, it adds a touch of sophistication to this vibrant seaside setting. Along Cliff Road, other hotels line up like sentinels guarding over this picturesque landscape. The image showcases an array of bathers frolicking in the waves – children building sandcastles with infectious laughter while adults soak up the sun's rays or take leisurely strolls along the shoreline. It epitomizes carefree days spent indulging in simple pleasures and embracing nature's beauty. This remarkable photograph serves as a portal into an era when tourism was blossoming in Falmouth. It encapsulates not only a moment frozen in time but also reflects how our love for coastal getaways has endured throughout generations. As we gaze upon this treasured piece from STEAM Museum of GWR's collection, we are transported back to July 1934 – relishing in nostalgia and marveling at how much has changed yet remained unchanged along Castle Beach
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