Vessel in view is the Cretehill, an old coal storage tank.

JDC 372.tif

Title

Vessel in view is the Cretehill, an old coal storage tank.

Description

Cretehill was used for refuelling steam powered, visiting East coast drifters amongst others. It was badly damaged by a German air attack in May 1941. Refloated and towed away in 1949. The vessel behind and moored alongside the Newlyn North Pier is probably discharging coal.

Date

1920-1930

Rights

Morrab Library

Format

Print

Type

Photograph

Identifier

JDC 372

Coverage

Newlyn

Physical Dimensions

131x88mm

Geolocation