Penzance floating dock pictures in March 1891, after the collapse of the newly-installed gates during the great blizzard of that year. The harbour was built in 1884. St Mary's Church can be seen in the background.
Vessels anchored in Gwavas Lake at low tide. Fish landings would have to be brought ashore in small punts. Fish-hawkers or 'Jousters' are waiting on the beach.