Friday, 3 February 2012

Hain Shipping Co - St Ives.

Down a back street in St Ives Cornwall nr the harbour we came across this building.
Once was a great shipping company See Here.  Hain Steamship Co. of St Ives.

8 comments:

Betty Manousos said...

nice one!
now you make me want to go there.
st ives, cornwall is such a wonderful place to visit.

ancient one said...

I just love hearing the history of old buildings. Love the photo!o

Rune Eide said...

It seems that Steamships are out of fashion, but you have given this company a fine farewell.

George said...

There is something magical steamships, but i guess 'progress' has passed them by. I like your photo.

DeniseinVA said...

Love the angle you've taken on this very interesting old door.

Lew said...

A small beginning to a large sea going fleet and gobbled up by bigger companies. Interesting bit of history there!

Rick said...

How the mighty have fallen. Lovely shot, Stewart !

LadyFi said...

What a quaint building and lovely door. Great find!