P&A Campbell steamers : the Victorian era /Chris Collard.

The first of two volumes covering the pre-1914 history of the paddle steamers of P&A Campbell's White Funnel fleet. This volume covers the period up to 1901. Originating in Scotland with steamer services on the Clyde, Peter and Alexander Campbell transferred their business to the Bristol Channel where they established themselves as the major pleasure steamer operators, extending their services to the south coast of England and France. Covers the development of marine excursions in the Bristol Channel, the difficulties faced and the fierce competition between rival operators. Illustrated throughout with photographs of the Channel steamers, particularly Lorna Doone, Waverley, Ravenswood, Britannia, Cambria and Westward Ho.