The Witcombe Fountain
Highlights
Historic 1883 fountain gifted by Mayor Witcombe
Unique cast iron design made in Glasgow
Restored landmark in Hay’s main street
Unique cast iron design made in Glasgow
Restored landmark in Hay’s main street
Overview
The Witcombe Fountain was a gift to the people of Hay from Mayor John Witcombe in 1883. Mayor Witcombe served five terms of office and was a member of the family responsible for building many of Hay…
The Witcombe Fountain was a gift to the people of Hay from Mayor John Witcombe in 1883. Mayor Witcombe served five terms of office and was a member of the family responsible for building many of Hay's older buildings.
The cast iron fountain was made in Glasgow; four pewter mugs originally hung on chains around the fountain and were filled by water from the tap before drinking bubblers were installed.
The once white lace-worked fountain stands proudly in the main street of Hay, a reminder of days gone by. The fountain has been restored to its original darker colour and other minor restoration work has been completed.
