St Ives Cornwall 2018 Postcard Isles of Scilly Handwritten Travel Ephemera

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St Ives Cornwall 2018 Postcard Isles of Scilly Handwritten Travel Ephemera

Modern handwritten postcard from a 2018 Cornish seaside holiday — a heartfelt travel memory linking St Ives and the Isles of Scilly.

Measurements: approx. 6 1/2 x 4 1/2 inches
Texts: please see images
Condition: Used: in decent condition 
Internal notes: QC passed

Capture the essence of a late summer holiday by the sea with this beautifully handwritten postcard from St Ives, Cornwall, posted in September 2018. The front features a sunlit coastal view of St Ives Harbour — rows of slate rooftops, historic churches, and boats bobbing in a sapphire-blue bay. On the reverse, a warm note from travellers staying at the St Ives Bay Hotel describes a recent excursion to the Isles of Scilly, recalling “lumpy and bumpy seas” on the way over, and a calmer return. Their message brings the reader along for the journey — a lovely blend of humour and holiday spirit.

This postcard was printed and published by J. Salmon Ltd., Sevenoaks, a respected British postcard publisher with a long history of capturing iconic UK destinations. The card bears a 2nd class blue Queen Elizabeth II definitive stamp and has been clearly postmarked 14/09/2018 by Royal Mail, making it a fine example of contemporary handwritten correspondence — increasingly rare in a digital age.

Modern postcards like this serve as a touchstone for future collectors, preserving personal stories from a time when sending a card was still a treasured part of travel. Whether you’re gathering regional UK travel ephemera, documenting the Isles of Scilly’s cultural reach, or simply drawn to handwritten mementoes of real journeys, this piece is a warm and genuine keepsake of coastal life and connection.