British Vintage Stereoscopy — Views
Originally for use with: Sightseer viewer
Channel Cruise
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An unusual subject - a tourist boat excursion in the English Channel. The Palace Pier is still in use today but the landing stage for boat use (seen in the last image) was removed in 1975. Click on each to get a larger version to view.
The Views
View 1
Brighton's Palace Pier is the point of departure for many excursions by pleasure steamer. The shimmering morning sun promises a fine day for a sail.
View 2
The first passengers have assembled on the steamer's deck.
View 3
Below decks, a glimpse is caught of the West Pier.
View 4
Captain and First Officer are on their posts: the cruise has begun.
View 5
Passengers settle on deck to enjoy some hours of breezy sea air.
View 6
A call will be made at Worthing.
View 7
We approach Worthing's pier.
View 8
New passengers come aboard.
View 9
Time to depart; the gangway is taken in.
View 10
Once more the steamer cuts through the water of the Channel.
View 11
A quiet shady corner aft.
View 12
As Brighton comes in sight, a member of the crew prepares for the arrival.
View 13
The steamer is manoeuvred alongside the Palace Pier.
View 14
Waiting for disembarcation (sic).
View 15
Tickets are surrendered.
View 16
Passengers climb the three-deck landing stage, extensively used by fishermen of all ages.
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