Mullion Cove Waterwheel, 1930
The Mullion Cove waterwheel, taken in 1930. The photograph shows the waterwheel attached to the adjoining building and the initials JW can clearly be seen on the gable end. The waterwheel is unusual in that there were no crown wheels. The main shaft was paralleled with the wheel axle and the two pairs of stones were set along the wall to the left of the photograph.
Henry George of Mullion, 1897
Henry George, aged 78. Henry was a fisherman from Mullion and the son of the celebrated leader known as King of the Smugglers. Smuggling died out in Mullion in 1840 and Henry's father was the last of the Mullion smugglers. The photograph was taken in 1897.
Mullion's First Lifeboat, the Daniel J Draper, 1867
Mullion's first lifeboat, the Daniel J Draper", and crew sitting in the boat in front of the Lifeboat Station, which was launched on 10th September 1867. The boat was the gift of the Methodist Recorder Fund in memory of the Rev D J Draper who drowned in the tragic wreck of the SS LONDON (1866) in the Bay of Biscay. This boat remained at Mullion until 1887, performing three services and saving three lives. It was followed by the Edith (1887-1894) and the Nancy Newbon (1894-1908), neither of which were ever used.
Ceremonial Launch of Mullion's First Lifeboat, 1867
Mullion's first lifeboat, the DANIEL J DRAPER, at its official launch on 10th September 1867. The boat was gifted from the Methodist Recorder Fund in memory of the Rev D J Draper who drowned in the tragic wreck of the SS LONDON (1866) in the Bay of Biscay. This lifeboat remained at Mullion until 1887, performing three services and saving three lives. It was followed by the "Edith" (1887-1894) and the "Nancy Newbon" (1894-1908), neither of which were ever used.
Submarine Scout Zero Class Airship, RNAS Mullion? about 1918
The World War One Submarine Scout Zero Class airship, SSZ60, being handled by ground grew. Possibly at RNAS Mullion, about 1918. The SSZ60 was never stationed at RNAS Mullion, however it is possible that the airship visited the station during World War One. The main role of this class of airship was to escort convoys and search for German U-Boats. The SSZ airships had a crew of 3 including a pilot, engineer and a wireless operator who manned the machine gun. The airships could not be taxied and required teams of ground handling crew to walk them around using rods connecting the airship with the ground. RNAS Mullion was one of the Royal Navy's principal airship stations in the southwest. The foundations for two large hangars and the bases for wind-breaks can still be seen today.
Airships in Hangar, RNAS Mullion, about 1918
The World War One Coastal Class airship, C9, halfway inside shed one at RNAS Mullion, about 1918. The nose of a second airship, the Coastal Star Class, C*6, is also visible. The role of Coastal Class and the modified Coastal Star Class airships was patrol. Airship patrols were an effective deterrent to submarine activities and to combat the U-boat threat to merchant shipping and fishing fleets. Five crew were armed with four machine guns and a small number of bombs or depth charges. The open, unheated cockpits were cramped and uncomfortable. In winter crews risked frostbite and hypothermia. The airships could not be taxied and required teams of ground handling crew to walk them around using rods connecting the airship with the ground. RNAS Mullion was one of the Royal Navy's principal airship stations in the southwest. The foundations for two large hangars and the bases for wind-breaks can still be seen today.
Airship and Ground Crew, RNAS Mullion, about 1917
The World War One Coastal Class airship, C2, being handled by a large number of ground crew at RNAS Mullion, about 1917. The role of Coastal Class and the modified Coastal Star Class airships was patrol. Airship patrols were an effective deterrent to submarine activities and to combat the U-boat threat to merchant shipping and fishing fleets. Five crew were armed with four machine guns and a small number of bombs or depth charges. The open, unheated cockpits were cramped and uncomfortable. In winter crews risked frostbite and hypothermia. The airships could not be taxied and required teams of ground handling crew to walk them around using rods connecting the airship with the ground. RNAS Mullion was one of the Royal Navy's principal airship stations in the southwest. The foundations for two large hangars and the bases for wind-breaks can still be seen today.
Submarine Scout Zero Class Airship, RNAS Mullion, about 1918
The World War One Submarine Scout Zero Class airship, SSZ42, at the start of a flight at RNAS Mullion, about 1918. A large number of ground crew can be seen standing underneath the airship. The main role of this class of airship was to escort convoys and search for German U-Boats. The SSZ airships had a crew of 3 including a pilot, engineer and a wireless operator who manned the machine gun. The airships could not be taxied and required teams of ground handling crew to walk them around using rods connecting the airship with the ground. RNAS Mullion was one of the Royal Navy's principal airship stations in the southwest. The foundations for two large hangars and the bases for wind-breaks can still be seen today.
Airship, C*6 at RNAS Mullion, about 1918
The World War One Coastal Star Class airship, C*6, about to land at RNAS Mullion, about 1918. A team of ground crew are preparing for the airship's arrival. The role of Coastal Class and the modified Coastal Star Class airships was patrol. Airship patrols were an effective deterrent to submarine activities and to combat the U-boat threat to merchant shipping and fishing fleets. Five crew were armed with four machine guns and a small number of bombs or depth charges. The open, unheated cockpits were cramped and uncomfortable. In winter crews risked frostbite and hypothermia. The airships could not be taxied and required teams of ground handling crew to walk them around using rods connecting the airship with the ground. RNAS Mullion was one of the Royal Navy's principal airship stations in the southwest. The foundations for two large hangars and the bases for wind-breaks can still be seen today.
Mullion Cove, about 1948
Photographic postcard of Mullion Cove, taken around 1948. The photograph is taken from the slipway at Mullion Harbour looking towards Mullion Island. The tide is in and there are are six boats pulled up on to the beach. The photograph was taken on a Sunday.
Mullion Fishermen, about 1948
Photographic postcard of Mullion Fishermen, taken around 1948. The photograph is taken out at sea and shows two fishermen hauling in pots from the front of their fishing boat. There are cliffs in the background.
Rough Sea at Mullion Cove, about 1948
Photographic postcard of Mullion Cove, taken around 1948 during a south west gale. The photograph is taken looking towards Mullion Island and shows rough seas breaking over the harbour walls.
Rough Sea at Mullion Cove, about 1948
Photographic postcard of Mullion Cove, taken around 1948. The photograph is taken looking down from the cliff under the Mullion Cove Hotel on to the harbour wall and shows the waves breaking over the breakwater.
Mullion Beach from the Cave, about 1948
Photographic postcard of Mullion Beach taken from inside the cave, around 1948. The beach is just outside Mullion Harbour and Mullion Island can be seen in the background. There are a number of holidaymakers and day trippers enjoying the summer weather on the beach and in the water.
Polurrian Hotel, Mullion, about 1948
Photographic postcard of Polurrian Hotel, Mullion, taken around 1948. The original Polurrian Bay Hotel was built in 1890 as a railway hotel to serve the now defunct Helston branch line. Perched on the edge of a cliff, overlooking the Lizard, it was an impressive building appealing to distinguished guests. In 1901, Guglielmo Marconi stayed at the hotel while sending the first ever transatlantic radio messages from nearby Poldhu Cove. In 1909 a fire devastated the original hotel, leaving it in ruins. The only parts of the original structure that now remain are the terraces and steps near the tennis courts. Three years later, a new hotel – the one you see today – was opened on the site. Other famous figures such as Winston Churchill and Clark Gable have stayed here.
Polurrian Cove and Hotel, Mullion, about 1948
Photographic postcard of Polurrian Cove and Hotel, Mullion, taken around 1948. The original Polurrian Bay Hotel was built in 1890 as a railway hotel to serve the now defunct Helston branch line. Perched on the edge of a cliff, overlooking the Lizard, it was an impressive building appealing to distinguished guests. In 1901, Guglielmo Marconi stayed at the hotel while sending the first ever transatlantic radio messages from nearby Poldhu Cove. In 1909 a fire devastated the original hotel, leaving it in ruins. The only parts of the original structure that now remain are the terraces and steps near the tennis courts. Three years later, a new hotel – the one you see today – was opened on the site. Other famous figures such as Winston Churchill and Clark Gable have stayed here.
Mullion Church 15th Century Carving, about 1948
Photographic postcard of 15th century carving in Mullion Church, taken around 1948. A feature at Mullion church are the bench ends and they are particularly fine. The wood allegedly came from old Goonhilly forest. They show symbols of Christ’s passion, caricatures of clergy, initials, bacchanalian figures and even Jonah in the belly of the whale! A rood screen was probably put up in the 15th century but suffered during the Reformation and was subsequently more or less destroyed. In 1925 complete restoration began by Herbert Reed of Exeter. The result is a tribute to 20th Century craftsmanship and skill, as the whole screen has been re-fashioned, complete with rood loft, parapet front and the Rood itself. The last section of the rood screen was completed in 1961 and very little of the original work remains.
South Door at Mullion Church, about 1950
A Penpol Picturecard of the interior of Mullion Church showing the south door, about 1950. This 13th Century door has panelled doorjambs which are similar to those found in the churches of Cury and Gunwalloe. It also features a "dog door" which can be seen towards the bottom of the door.
Bench End in Mullion Church, about 1960
15th Century carvings on a bench end in Mullion Church, about 1960. A feature at Mullion church are the bench ends and they are particularly fine examples. The wood allegedly came from old Goonhilly forest. They show symbols of Christ’s passion, caricatures of clergy, initials, bacchanalian figures and Jonah in the belly of the whale.
Bench End in Mullion Church, about 1960
15th Century carvings on a bench end in Mullion church, about 1960. A feature at Mullion church are the bench ends and they are particularly fine examples. The wood allegedly came from old Goonhilly forest. They show symbols of Christ’s passion, caricatures of clergy, initials, bacchanalian figures and Jonah in the belly of the whale.
Bell Ringers from RNAS Culdrose at Mullion Church, July 1977
Bell ringers from RNAS Culdrose gathered at Mullion Church before ringing commenced, taken by RNAS Culdrose on 1st July 1977. From left to right: Chief Wren Enid Blinston (Tuckingmill Parish), Cdr James Ingham (Stithians Parish), Mr Guy Broughton (Gwinnear Parish), Mr Charles Wearne (Wendron Parish), Mr Saunders (unattached to a Parish), Chief Goddard (unattached to a Parish), Chief Parkin (Mullion Parish), Miss Alice Bailey (Ludgvan Parish), Mrs Parkin (Mullion Parish). With the exception of Mrs Parkin, everyone in the group worked at RNAS Culdrose, Helston. Press photograph published in the Helston Packet on 8th July 1977.
Airship, C2, at RNAS Mullion, about 1917
The World War One Coastal Class airship, C2, in flight over trees and buildings at RNAS Mullion, about 1917. The crew can be seen in the cockpit. The role of Coastal Class and the modified Coastal Star Class airships was patrol. Airship patrols were an effective deterrent to submarine activities and to combat the U-boat threat to merchant shipping and fishing fleets. Five crew were armed with four machine guns and a small number of bombs or depth charges. The open, unheated cockpits were cramped and uncomfortable. In winter crews risked frostbite and hypothermia. The airships could not be taxied and required teams of ground handling crew to walk them around using rods connecting the airship with the ground. RNAS Mullion was one of the Royal Navy's principal airship stations in the southwest. The foundations for two large hangars and the bases for wind-breaks can still be seen today.
Mullion Pre-school Playgroup Nativity Play, 1977
Mullion Pre-school Playgroup's nativity play, held as part of the playgroup's Christmas party in December 1977. Five children are pictured standing next to a baby in a manger, dressed in costume as the three wise men, Mary and Joseph. From left to right, the children are: Kim Turner, unknown, Simon Parkin, Claire Harris, Amanda Williamson. This press photograph was published in the Helston Packet on 23rd December 1977
Airship, C*10, Landing at RNAS Mullion, 1918
The World War One Coastal Star Class airship, C*10, coming in to land at RNAS Mullion in 1918. A team of ground crew are preparing for the airship's arrival. The role of Coastal Class and the modified Coastal Star Class airships was patrol. Airship patrols were an effective deterrent to submarine activities and to combat the U-boat threat to merchant shipping and fishing fleets. Five crew were armed with four machine guns and a small number of bombs or depth charges. The open, unheated cockpits were cramped and uncomfortable. In winter crews risked frostbite and hypothermia. The airships could not be taxied and required teams of ground handling crew to walk them around using rods connecting the airship with the ground. RNAS Mullion was one of the Royal Navy's principal airship stations in the southwest. The foundations for two large hangars and the bases for wind-breaks can still be seen today.
