Acc.no: PEZPH : 1997.21
Identification
Item: The Dining Hall at York House, West Cornwall School
Description: In 1884 the West Cornwall College, a Methodist School for Girls, opened in Chapel Street Penzance where many buildings, including a gymnasium, were used for most of the school's life. In 1929, York House at St Clare became its home and in 1939 a new block was built for Juniors. This was demolished to build the new fire station in the early 1970s. After the school's closure in 1967, the buildings were taken over by what became known as Penwith District Council. This picture of the Dining Hall in York House, is one of a charming series of postcards taken to show the quality of school life. Note the crisp table cloths and the flowers on the tables. It is believed that the site is that of the legendary Chapel of St Clare.
Condition: Good
Description
Height: 90 mm
Width: 140 mm
Material: Paper
Production
Method: Printed
Date: 1930
Category: Photography
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