Home > Europe > United Kingdom > England > Cornwall > Probus
Probus, Cornwall. Early 1900s
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Royal Cornwall Museum
Probus, Cornwall. Early 1900s
A view from Fore Street looking south east towards Hawkins Arms Public House and the church beyond. A horse drawn bus, piled high with luggage and two other horse drawn vehicles stand outside the Hawkins Arms. The name above the door of the Hawkins Arms is " Pollard" and a sign reads " Good Accommodation for Cyclists". Photographer: Samuel John Govier
Royal Cornwall Museum is the UK's Greatest Museum For Cornish Life & Culture
TRURI : PROct.2
Media ID 15238916
© RIC
Churchtown Edwardian Transport Victorian Village Soap Venus
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Animals
> Farm
> Horses
> Related Images
> Animals
> Mammals
> Horse
> Related Images
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> Cornwall
> Probus
> Royal Cornwall Museum
> Places
> Probus
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from the early 1900s takes us back in time to Probus, Cornwall. The view captured is from Fore Street, looking southeast towards the iconic Hawkins Arms Public House and the church beyond. The bustling scene showcases a horse-drawn bus parked outside the Hawkins Arms, its roof piled high with luggage, while two other horse-drawn vehicles accompany it. The name "Pollard" proudly hangs above the door of the Hawkins Arms, indicating its ownership or perhaps a previous landlord's name. A sign nearby catches our attention as well, reading "Good Accommodation for Cyclists" suggesting that this establishment catered to both locals and travelers passing through on their bicycles. Photographer Samuel John Govier skillfully captures not only these fascinating modes of transportation but also provides us with a glimpse into village life during this era. The presence of various advertisements adds another layer of intrigue to this snapshot in time. Although we can't see all details clearly due to size limitations on this caption, one advertisement that stands out is for Venus soap – an everyday product that would have been familiar to many households at that time. This remarkable photograph offers a unique window into history and allows us to appreciate how much has changed since those early days in Probus while also recognizing some timeless elements that still connect us today.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
FREE COLORIZATION SERVICE
You can choose advanced AI Colorization for this picture at no extra charge!
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
