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In March 1894, a father captured this photograph of his daughter in a boat somewhere in Cornwall, while on holiday. More than a hundred years later, the location of the photograph has finally been uncovered, revealing an insight into the holiday of a woman who would go on to become one of the world’s best loved children’s authors and illustrators.
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In March 1894, a father captured this photograph of his daughter in a boat somewhere in Cornwall, while on holiday. More than a hundred years later, the location of the photograph has finally been uncovered, revealing an insight into the holiday of a woman who would go on to become one of the world’s best loved children’s authors and illustrators.
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In March 1894, a father captured this photograph of his daughter in a boat somewhere in Cornwall, while on holiday. More than a hundred years later, the location of the photograph has finally been uncovered, revealing an insight into the holiday of a woman who would go on to become one of the world’s best loved children’s authors and illustrators.
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A couple of years ago, we ran a story about Charles Dickens and his trip to Cornwall in 1842. Did he take inspiration from the places and people he met before writing A Christmas Carol? One hundred and eighty-two years on from Dickens's trip to Cornwall, and just in time for Christmas, we take a look back at the story. Let us know your thoughts!
Vicki Glaister is a local jewellery designer and creative soul, whose business Inspire Makers has helped put countless Cornish artists and creatives in the spotlight of the community. With 75% of retail and hospitality outlets in Falmouth being independently run Cornish businesses, Falmouth is making waves with its independent, eclectic, and diverse shops, galleries, and eateries.
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