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Opening times
Monday to Saturday (closed Sundays)
CURRENT HOURS
10.30 am - 4.30 pm
(last admission 4.00pm)
Admission £4.50 adults,
£3.00 concessions,
under 18s FREE
ADMISSION FREE ON SATURDAYS
SUMMER HOURS
From Easter Saturday
to 30 September:
10.00am - 5.00pm
(last admission 4.30pm)
WINNER Cornwall Tourism Awards GOLD
South West Tourism Excellence Awards GOLD
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Menu card for the Western Union Telegraph and Cable Company 36th Annual Dinner of the Penzance staff, held at the Union Hotel on Wednesday January 1st 1930. Details within the card (on two paper pages) include a listed set menu, itinerary, for example, toasts and a staff presentation to Mr T. O'Donoghue, Esq (Chairman), as well as a list of staff and the dinner committee. The card is bound with a piece of cream cord with decorative ends. On the front is an oval photograph of Thomas O'Donoghue, Esq (Chairman) and underneath is printed in gold : '1879 Valentia' and '1929 Penzance'.
menu card for the Western Union Telegraph and Cable Company 36th Annual Dinner of the Penzance staff, held at the Union Hotel on Wednesday January 1st 1930. Details within the card (on two paper pages) include a listed set menu, itinerary, for example, toasts and a staff presentation to Mr T. O'Donoghue, Esq (Chairman), as well as a list of staff and the dinner committee. The card is bound with a piece of cream cord with decorative ends. On the front is an oval photograph of Thomas O'Donoghue, Esq (Chairman) and underneath is printed in gold : '1879 Valentia' and '1929 Penzance'.
Photograph showing the staff dinner of the Western Union Telegraph and Cable Company at the Union Hotel, Chapel Street, 1930.
photograph showing the staff dinner of the Western Union Telegraph and Cable Company at the Union Hotel, Chapel Street, 1930.
Photograph showing staff in the 'instrument room' of the Western Union Telegraph and Cable Company. The instruments shown are siphon recorders which record incoming and outgoing signals as a wavering ink line on long strips of paper called 'slip'.
photograph showing staff in the 'instrument room' of the Western Union Telegraph and Cable Company. The instruments shown are siphon recorders which record incoming and outgoing signals as a wavering ink line on long strips of paper called 'slip'.
Photograph showing staff in the 'instrument room' of the Western Union Telegraph and Cable Company. The Superintendant, Thomas O'Donoghue, is standing on the far left.
photograph showing staff in the 'instrument room' of the Western Union Telegraph and Cable Company. The Superintendant, Thomas O'Donoghue, is standing on the far left.
Photograph showing staff of the Western Union Telegraph and Cable Company in 1924. Tom O'Donoghue, who was the Superintendant, is in the centre of the front row.
photograph showing staff of the Western Union Telegraph and Cable Company in 1924. Tom O'Donoghue, who was the Superintendant, is in the centre of the front row.
Photograph showing staff in the 'instrument room' of the Western Union Telegraph and Cable Company. The instruments shown are siphon recorders which record incoming and outgoing signals as a wavering ink line on long strips of paper called 'slip'.
photograph showing staff in the 'instrument room' of the Western Union Telegraph and Cable Company. The instruments shown are siphon recorders which record incoming and outgoing signals as a wavering ink line on long strips of paper called 'slip'.
Photograph showing the winners of the Nicholl Cup for lawn bowls in 1924. Tom O'Donoghue, (second from right in back row) was the Superintendant at the Western Union Telegraph and Cable Company. There are four players called Hall, who are presumably related.
photograph showing the winners of the Nicholl Cup for lawn bowls in 1924. Tom O'Donoghue, (second from right in back row) was the Superintendant at the Western Union Telegraph and Cable Company. There are four players called Hall, who are presumably related.
British Legion Carnival Programme from 1949. Beige cover with purple writing and British Legion logo. Contains photographs by Harry Penhaul, advertisements for local shops and traders and an article on the Western Union Fleet.
British Legion Carnival Programme from 1949. Beige cover with purple writing and British Legion logo. Contains photographs by Harry Penhaul, advertisements for local shops and traders and an article on the Western Union Fleet.
Leaflet, The Visit of The Western Union Fleet to Mount's Bay, Sailing Events
In July 1949, the Western Union Fleet visited Mount's Bay and to celebrate the occasion, an afternoon of sailing events was held. This leaflet is the programme and shows a map of the course to be followed, sailing instructions to competitors and the details and start times of the six races to be held. On the front cover is the borough coat of arms and on the rear cover is an advertisement for Taylor's Garage.
Souvenir programme from visit of Western Union Fleet to Mount's Bay, 1949 and programme from Penzance Orchestral Society spring concert
souvenir programme from visit of Western Union Fleet to Mount's Bay, 1949 and programme from Penzance Orchestral Society spring concert
Omnibus guide containing information about Western National and The Great Western Railway. Cooloured cover showing bridge with bus crossing, hills in background. 'Guide to Omnibus Routes and Motor Coach Tours in Cornwall' written at bottom and 'The Western National' written at the top. Book contains information on what to do and where to stay.
Omnibus guide containing information about Western National and The Great Western Railway. Cooloured cover showing bridge with bus crossing, hills in background. 'Guide to Omnibus Routes and Motor Coach Tours in Cornwall' written at bottom and 'The Western National' written at the top. Book contains information on what to do and where to stay.
Financial statement for Penzance union for the year ending Lady day 1913
financial statement for Penzance union for the year ending Lady day 1913
Printed report of the annual meeting of Penzance Natural History and Antiquarian Society, cutting from the Western National Mercury, in bad condition
Printed report of the annual meeting of Penzance Natural History and Antiquarian Society, cutting from the Western National Mercury, in bad condition
Financial statement for Penzance union for the year ending 31.3.1931
financial statement for Penzance union for the year ending 31.3.1931
Sepia postcard showing a group of women in Market Jew Street on a march from Land's End to London in aid of the Suffragette Movement. The woman are holding Union Jack flags and walking behind a wagon bearing the wording 'National Union of Women's Suffage Societies Non-Militant-Non-Party. President Mrs Fawcett'. In the photo can also be seen a policeman, walking behind the group, next to W H Nankervis and Son's Restaurant.
A group of women in Market Jew Street on a march from Land's End to London in aid of the Suffragette Movement. A number of marches were made during June and July 1913 and converged at Hyde Park in London.
A collection of 41 bills to Mr. Roberts from local traders (including John Peaks, Timothy Whites and Great Western Railway). Addressed to Mill House, Treganhoe, Sancreed. dated 1931-2. Some items have stamps enclosed
a collection of 41 bills to Mr. Roberts from local traders (including John Peaks, Timothy Whites and Great Western Railway). Addressed to Mill House, Treganhoe, Sancreed. dated 1931-2. Some items have stamps enclosed
Extract from the Western Morning News, January 21st 1885, entitled "West Cornwall College (For Girls), Penzance".
Extract from the Western Morning News, January 21st 1885, entitled "West Cornwall College (For Girls), Penzance".
Telephone made by Corin and Son, Penzance. Wooden box with trumpet shaped earpiece, attached on left hand side with a clip. Mounts on to wall. On front is mouthpiece, together with two bells. On right hand side is handle for winding. On base are six cable attachments. Inside the case is the complete mechanism.
telephone made by Corin and Son, Penzance. Wooden box with trumpet shaped earpiece, attached on left hand side with a clip. Mounts on to wall. On front is mouthpiece, together with two bells. On right hand side is handle for winding. On base are six cable attachments. Inside the case is the complete mechanism.
The card unfolds to show how the union jack is made up from the different countries flags
the card unfolds to show how the union jack is made up from the different countries flags
Limited edition mug celebrating the 150th anniversary of the Great Western Railway. Number 299 of 1000. White mug with brown speckled glaze. Gilt trim on handle and rim. Transfer of a steam train on front, 'GWR 150 anniversary' logo on reverse. In a cream box with brown lid. Lid has Cornish Railway logo embossed on it.
Limited edition mug celebrating the 150th anniversary of the Great Western Railway. Number 299 of 1000. White mug with brown speckled glaze. Gilt trim on handle and rim. Transfer of a steam train on front, 'GWR 150 anniversary' logo on reverse. In a cream box with brown lid. Lid has Cornish Railway logo embossed on it.
Programme for the Western Commercial Horticultural Spring Show on 13.3.1958 and 14.3.1958 in St. John's Hall. Orange card covers with black type
programme for the Western Commercial Horticultural Spring Show on 13.3.1958 and 14.3.1958 in St. John's Hall. Orange card covers with black type
The Cornishman Emergency Issue No. 1, 1st May 1980 - Printed following the breakdown of pay talks between the NGA union and the provincial press. 8 pages
"The Cornishman Emergency Issue No. 1, 1st May 1980" Printed following the breakdown of pay talks between the NGA union and the provincial press. 8 pages
National Fire Brigade Union Long Service Medal in case presented to R. Gendall of Penzance Fire Brigade, 20th June 1919 for 10 years service
National Fire Brigade Union Long Service Medal in case presented to R. Gendall of Penzance Fire Brigade, 20th June 1919 for 10 years service
Menu card for the Borough of Penzance Valedictory Dinner, held at the Union Hotel on Friday 29th March 1974. The card has been signed on the reverse by all those present. Also has Peter Tresidder's signature on the front.
menu card for the Borough of Penzance Valedictory Dinner, held at the Union Hotel on Friday 29th March 1974. The card has been signed on the reverse by all those present. Also has Peter Tresidder's signature on the front.
Certificate from the District Probate Registry in Exeter declaring that Elizabeth Branwell died intestate, and granting her estate to her son, John Branwell. On the reverse are seven receipt stamps from various banks and companies, one of them being Cable and Wireless(Holding)Limited.
certificate from the District Probate Registry in Exeter declaring that Elizabeth Branwell died intestate, and granting her estate to her son, John Branwell. On the reverse are seven receipt stamps from various banks and companies, one of them being Cable and Wireless(Holding)Limited.
Sepia postcard showing a group of women in Market Jew Street on a march from Land's End to London in aid of the Suffragette Movement. The woman are holding Union Jack flags. In the photo can also be seen a policeman, walking behind the group, as well as a carriage from the Queen's Hotel, travelling up the street.
A group of women in Market Jew Street on a march from Land's End to London in aid of the Suffragette Movement. A number of marches were made during June and July 1913 and converged at Hyde Park in London.
Headed paper (memorandum) from Stevens and Sons, Cornish Stone Workers, Western Esplanade and Morrab Road, Penzance. In top left it states 'Goss Heraldic Porcelain - Sole agents for Penzance and District'.
Headed paper (memorandum) from Stevens and Sons, Cornish Stone Workers, Western Esplanade and Morrab Road, Penzance. In top left it states 'Goss Heraldic Porcelain - Sole agents for Penzance and District'.
Through the Window - Paddington to Penzance - Great Western Railway - Cover shows St. Michael's Mount. Priced one shilling. Guide number one (Cornish Riviera Route), 300 miles as seen from the GWR trains. Felix J Pole, General Manager.
'Through the Window - Paddington to Penzance - Great Western Railway'. Cover shows St. Michael's Mount. Priced one shilling. Guide number one (Cornish Riviera Route), 300 miles as seen from the GWR trains. Felix J Pole, General Manager.
Great Western Railway plan and book of reference, relating to Borough of Penzance, November 1935. Green cover with folding map inside, attached with green ribbon. On map is the inscription 'Deposited on 19th November 1935 by R C E Austin, Town Clerk, Penzance'.
Great Western Railway plan and book of reference, relating to Borough of Penzance, November 1935. Green cover with folding map inside, attached with green ribbon. On map is the inscription 'Deposited on 19th November 1935 by R C E Austin, Town Clerk, Penzance'.
Financial statement for Penzance union for the year ending 31.3.1925
financial statement for Penzance union for the year ending 31.3.1925
Financial statement for Penzance union/workhouse for the year ending Lady day 1914
financial statement for Penzance union/workhouse for the year ending Lady day 1914
Thomas Robins Bolitho on Barum. Master of the Western Fox Hounds since 1864.
Thomas Robins Bolitho on Barum. Master of the Western Fox Hounds since 1864.
Air sea exercise "Verity" 12.7.1949. Mounty sails with Western fleet.
air sea exercise "Verity" 12.7.1949. Mounty sails with Western fleet.
Embossed white paper in the form of a unused mourning letter, with black edging. There are two embossed stamps, one at the bottom and one to the top 'The Guardians of the Penzance Union in the County of Cornwall'.
embossed white paper in the form of a unused mourning letter, with black edging. There are two embossed stamps, one at the bottom and one to the top 'The Guardians of the Penzance Union in the County of Cornwall'.
Wooden box brass hinges complex cable in centre and six other cables in varying sizes.
wooden box brass hinges complex cable in centre and six other cables in varying sizes.
For one night only at the assembly rooms Union Hotel Penzance. Master B Grossmith in My Cousin Tom. 29 October 1839.
"for one night only at the assembly rooms Union Hotel Penzance. Master B Grossmith in My Cousin Tom. 29 October 1839.
Bringing the transatlantic cable ashore at Sennen cove
Bringing the transatlantic cable ashore at Sennen cove
Photocopy account of Penzance and the Branwell Family, in the Western Morning News by Mary Drake
The item is a photocopy of an article taken from the Western Morning News, dating to Thursday, April 21st, 1966. It is written by Mary Drake, and details the life of Maria Branwell of Penzance, who was the mother of the very much renowned Bronte sisters. It mentions that at the time it went to press, there were still members of the Branwell family line still living in Penzance, and much of the information is provided by Hugh Branwell.
A St Micheals Mount guide addressing tourists on the th enorth corner of the western battery
A St Micheals Mount guide addressing tourists on the th enorth corner of the western battery
Photocopy of a photograph taken from the Western Morning News 26.6.1962 of Penzance Promenade, showing damage after the Ash Wednesday storm in comparison to 15 weeks later, when it had been repaired. Below, in black type, is a record of which contractors repaired certain areas of Penzance and Mousehole and gives details of the official opening of the New Promenade by Alderman K.G Foster, Chairman of Cornwall County Council. Gray, Conoley & Co, Falmouth, E. Thomas & Co Ltd., Falmouth, Cornwall County Council and Venn Brothers Ltd., Penzance are listed as the contractors. Handwritten on the reverse side is 'STORM / ASH WED 7 MARCH 1962'.
photocopy of a photograph taken from the Western Morning News 26.6.1962 of Penzance Promenade, showing damage after the Ash Wednesday storm in comparison to 15 weeks later, when it had been repaired. Below, in black type, is a record of which contractors repaired certain areas of Penzance and Mousehole and gives details of the official opening of the New Promenade by Alderman K.G Foster, Chairman of Cornwall County Council. Gray, Conoley & Co, Falmouth, E. Thomas & Co Ltd., Falmouth, Cornwall County Council and Venn Brothers Ltd., Penzance are listed as the contractors. Handwritten on the reverse side is 'STORM / ASH WED 7 MARCH 1962'.
Prize cup. The cup is inscribed and there is a label resting on it which reads "The Motton Perpetual Challenge Bowl presented to The Royal Cornwall Agricultural Association by Western Counties Veterinary Association out of subscriptions to the 'Jack Motton Memorial Fund' "
Prize cup. The cup is inscribed and there is a label resting on it which reads "The Motton Perpetual Challenge Bowl presented to The Royal Cornwall Agricultural Association by Western Counties Veterinary Association out of subscriptions to the 'Jack Motton Memorial Fund' "
Writing on the back of paper with heading Penzance Union Cornwall
writing on the back of paper with heading Penzance Union Cornwall