Building record TQ 55 SW 387 - Building, High Street, Sevenoaks

An ornamental drinking fountain, no longer functioning as such, erected in 1882 and inscribed "The gift of an inhabitant of Sevenoaks". It is located at the junction of High Street and London Road, in the road and is, in effect, a traffic island today. Built of marble and ironwork, a range of three octagonal steps rise to the circular drinking fountain and basin, high above which are three light fittings suspended from a decorative stand. Road signposts have been affixed latterly to the structure which detract somewhat from the grand effect. A nice feature are the four free standing plinths/platforms for children/ shorter users of the drinking fountain. (1)

<1> Sevenoaks District Council, Sevenoaks District Council Local List of Heritage Assets (Index). SKE53505.