Survey Data

Reg No

31812007


Rating

Regional


Categories of Special Interest

Artistic, Social, Technical


Original Use

Water pump


Date

1820 - 1860


Coordinates

205089, 287006


Date Recorded

08/08/2003


Date Updated

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Description

Freestanding cast-iron water pump, c.1840, no longer in use. Moulded base with fluted shaft. Moulded band to necking. Fluted cap with ball finial. Knob-ended lever handle. Pump on footpath in street.

Appraisal

This cast-iron water pump makes an interesting contribution to the streetscape. Artistic detailing such as the deep fluted casting enliven this once functional object.