A coloured photographic card of the "Western Belle", probably leaving Cremyll quay in Plymouth.  Owned by the Millbrook Steamboat Company the 'Belle' ran tourist trips along the South Devon and Cornwall coasts, and also acted as a ferry between Plymouth, Truro, and Falmouth, depending on the season and the amount of trade.  A day-long 'cruise' might cost 35 shillings, with a stop for lunch at somewhere like the Gorran Haven café and tea 'up the roads' at Malpas near Truro - or the other way around!  No passengers visible when this pic was taken, and with the wind blowing off the sea they were probably quite glad of that when she reached deeper water!    

The card is just very slightly rubbed at the edges.

We are just starting to list (slowly!) a whole pile of ship-based postcards and photographs, so please 'save' us so that you can see them all. 

I'm having a clearout and new to Ebay, so please bear with me if I get anything wrong: the card(s) were copied on a scanner so the edges may not be quite as crisp as they appear 'on screen', and the card(s) will possibly be showing some signs of wear after all this time.  

Any questions do please ask, but please note that I only check my mail once a day (poor old eyes!) so do be patient.

Posted in a card-backed envelope (up to six cards) within the UK mainland, please enquire about the postage to offshore islands.  I'll get a cost for postage to Europe and list it.  The Rest of the World postage: guess that you will have to ask me, and I'll quote for Economy Mail (think that's 12 weeks).  Alternatively, collect in person by appointment from Liskeard in Cornwall, UK (approx. 25 miles from Plymouth).

Combined postage if you purchase more than one item. 

I have lots of cards to list (mainly topography), so please ask if you are seeking something particular.