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Menheniot, Cornwall, May 1949
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Menheniot, Cornwall, May 1949
View of the Cornish village of Menheniot, taken on East Road, May 1949. A man walks along holding the hand of his daughter past a row of cottages. The spire of Saint Lalluwy Menheniot church can be seen poking out from behind the cottage roofs and the village school is at the end of the road
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 19843251
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1940s 1949 Church Cornwall Cottages School Spring Summer Village
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this photo print, we are transported back to the quaint Cornish village of Menheniot in May 1949. The scene captures a serene moment on East Road as a man strolls along, tenderly holding his daughter's hand. They pass by a charming row of cottages, their picturesque facades adding to the idyllic atmosphere. Peeking out from behind the cottage roofs is the majestic spire of Saint Lalluwy Menheniot church, standing tall against the clear sky. Its presence serves as a reminder of the deep-rooted history and spirituality that permeates this close-knit community. At the end of the road lies Menheniot's village school, where generations have gathered to learn and grow together. It stands as a beacon of knowledge and progress amidst its rustic surroundings. This snapshot encapsulates both the simplicity and beauty of rural life during that era. The soft hues hint at an early summer or spring day, with nature coming alive all around them. As we gaze upon this timeless image captured in 1949, it evokes feelings of nostalgia for simpler times when families walked hand-in-hand through peaceful villages like Menheniot. It reminds us to cherish our connections with loved ones and appreciate the charm found within even the smallest corners of our world.
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