Photographer's Note
The Royal William Yard.
Grade 1 former Royal Naval victualling buildings. It is considered to be one of the most important groups of historic military buildings in Britain; it is also the largest collection of Grade 1 listed military buildings in Europe.
Designed by the Victorian architect Sir John Rennie, it was constructed between 1825 and 1831.Built from Devon Limestone and with granite detailing.
The buildings were built to store liquid,a brewhouse built for brewing, but never actually equipped for brewing;a cooperage- to make barrels and kegs; a major storehouse for food, clothing and equipment; accommodation for some of the workers; a bakery equipped as a bread and biscuit factory; a slaughterhouse; a guardhouse; residences for civil service officers and the main gate which was and still is a "triumphal arch" topped by a 13 feet statue of King William IV after whom the yard is named.
The picture shows a small quay where the ships would enter to be loaded with the supplies needed.Now luxury yachts use the space.
The yard was closed in 1992,and is now in private hands, it has been converted to an upmarket mixed use development with apartments,restaurants, art galleries and offices.
If you are ever in Plymouth, the Royal William Yard is well worth a visit!
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nikkitta
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(17070) 2015-07-20 14:18
Hola Jean
Very informative and interesting note about the place and its evolution
Like the the very good POV with the view of the pier going to the back and the contrast white ships and buildings
Well done, regards
NMaria
PiotrF
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(52330) 2015-07-20 16:23
Hello Jean,
Interesting view of port with amazing architecture in background.
Perfect exposure, nice composition. Interesting and detailed notes.
Regards
Piotr
pajaran
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(102482) 2015-07-20 23:11 [Comment]
jemaflor
(135270) 2015-07-20 23:22
Hi Jean,
Good angle and composition with thius monument and these boats in the Fg, light is well captured, tfs.
emka
(152072) 2015-07-20 23:38
Hello Jean, Magnificent architecture of this navy building. Nice composition with the boats that fortunately are just for pleasure. Beautiful composition.
WArm regards Malgo
COSTANTINO
(104011) 2015-07-20 23:50
Hello dear Jean Dwyer
and have a nice time today
I love shots of this kind
concerning boats sea and fishing
photo with great exposure sharpness
and lightness very well captured
a photo suitable for summer holidays
regards
Costantino
Nicou
(193806) 2015-07-21 1:12
Hlelo
quelle vue de ce port avec les bateaux et ces graphsime de mât et en fond les ble édifice très belle mise en valeur et recherche de cadrage sueprbe.
Bravo et amitié
Nciou
jhm
(202831) 2015-07-21 5:13
Hello Jean,
The marina with expensive boats
An excellent captured nice presentation, colours and composition are pleasant to look at.
Good perspective and depth picture.
Very well done, TFS.
Have a nice day,
John.
Sergiom
(117241) 2015-07-21 7:21
BOnjour Jean,
J'aime beaucoup les photos de ports de plaisance surtout lorsque les bâtiments sur les quais sont aussi beaux que celui-ci. Un beau jeu d'ombre et de lumière.
Amicalement
Serge
Royaldevon
(75244) 2015-07-21 11:13
Hello Jean,
It is only relatively recently that I discovered Plymouth. We always went through the back alleys on our way to the ferry port and never really saw anything good about the place. How wrong I was!! One day we arrived early in the morning and had a day to spend in Plymouth, waiting for the ferry. I enjoyed the experience very much and have posted some of the photographs that I took.
Your photograph shows a very different character to that which I experienced. The building has a very imposing presence, both in style and colour. (I am so glad that it has been given a new use rather than becoming derelict or being knocked down.)
The moored boats make a pleasing guide, as well as creating a good sense of perspective.
It's a very well exposed photograph.
My warm regards,
Bev :-)
With regard to your critique, I enjoyed Monmouth and found so many interesting buildings. I was a little disappointed that I couldn't go around the castle; some of it was in a private garden! I know it was dilapidated but that often happened to castles that were sacked, or their fabric used for building new houses!!
Mikas-2011
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(401) 2015-07-21 15:20
Olá Jean,
Uma excelente composição com cores agradáveis e uma boa apresentação
TFS
MD
lousat
(129839) 2015-07-22 4:40
Hi Jean,a very rich composition taken with great sharpness everywhere despite the different perspective levels,interesting note too as usual.Have a nice day and thanks,Luciano
macjake
(96157) 2015-07-26 17:56
Hi Jean
I have to agree with you, I think this would be an excellent place to visit.
a very interesting history for sure, and its not surprising to see the yachts there taking over today.
perhaps not the best time of day with the harsh sky light, but it still looks great.
thanks or this one
Cheers
Craig
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- Date Taken: 2015-06-23
- Categories: Arquitectura
- Camera: Panasonic Lumix TZ30
- Exposição: f/4, 1/1000 segundos
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- Date Submitted: 2015-07-20 11:36
