What is recorded here

Freestanding cast-iron water hydrant, installed c.1890, having moulded pedestal, fluted shaft, banded neck, spout, handle, fluted cap with acorn finial. Makers stamps to pedestal and shaft.

An attractive road side feature of a type that is becoming increasingly rare. This hydrant is a fine example of a mass produced cast-iron item which incorporates simple artistic details. It was an important element in the development of water supplies within urban areas providing communal water. The hydrant was manufactured by the Glenfield & Kennedy Ltd, Hydraulic Engineers in Kilmarnock, Scotland, a company that was formed out of merger of two companies in 1899 and was the largest company of its type in the Commonwealth which specialised in the production waterworks fittings.

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