Poster Print : Boscastle, Cornwall
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Boscastle, Cornwall
Boscastle, Cornwall, aerial photograph. The village of Boscastle is situated on the north coast of Cornwall, UK. In August 2004 Boscastle suffered extensive damage during an extreme flash flood, the worst flooding ever known to have occured to the village. Sustained heavy rainfall occured over over several hours across Cornwall. In Boscastle, the relief and steep topgraphy of the area exacerbated the problem. The level of the river in the village rose by 2m in one hour, leading to a devasting wave to surge through the village causing the extensive damage to buildings and washing cars into the sea
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Aerial Photography Coast Coast Line Coastal Coastlines Cornish Cornwall Flooding Hydrology Inlet River Rugged Settlement Topography Valley Village Vulnerability Boscastle
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse collection of stunning Boscastle, Cornwall Poster Prints, featuring this breathtaking aerial photograph by Science Photo Library. Witness the beauty and power of nature with this captivating image of the picturesque village of Boscastle nestled on the rugged north coast of Cornwall, UK. This print is a testament to the resilience of the community, as Boscastle famously endured extensive damage during an extreme flash flood in August 2004. Bring the enchanting charm of Boscastle into your home or office and inspire wonder with every glance. Order your Boscastle, Cornwall Poster Print today and let the magic begin.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 42.6cm x 42cm (16.8" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This aerial photograph captures the picturesque village of Boscastle in Cornwall, UK. Nestled on the rugged north coast, this coastal settlement boasts stunning natural beauty and a rich history. However, it is also marked by a tragic event that forever changed its landscape. In August 2004, Boscastle experienced an unprecedented flash flood that caused extensive damage to the village. The worst flooding ever recorded in its history was triggered by sustained heavy rainfall across Cornwall over several hours. Due to the relief and steep topography of the area, the river's level surged rapidly by 2 meters within just one hour. The devastating wave unleashed havoc upon Boscastle as it swept through the village with immense force. Buildings were left destroyed and cars were tragically washed away into the sea. This catastrophe highlighted both the vulnerability of coastal communities and the power of nature's forces. Despite this dark chapter in its past, Boscastle remains resilient and continues to captivate visitors with its breathtaking coastline and charming Cornish charm. This print serves as a reminder not only of Boscastle's striking beauty but also of its ability to overcome adversity in face of such overwhelming challenges.
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