Bedfordshire

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org.uk's site.		 In the Market Place at Ampthill, Beds, stands this pump in the form of an obelisk made from Portland stone. It was given in 1785 by John Fitzpatrick (Lord Ossory of Ampthill Park) as part of his general improvement of the area, and was designed by architect Sir William Chambers. It carries a lamp on its shoulders, and also serves as a milestone.

Markings: Can't see in this pic.

Manufacturer: Unk.

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org.uk's site.		 Arlesey, Beds.

Markings: Can't see in this pic.

Manufacturer: Unk.

cranfield An ornate octagonal cast iron pump in Cranfield, Beds, at the junction of Court Rd and the High St. The spout and handle are missing, but essentially identical pumps exist at Hampton Court Palace (East Molesey, Surrey); Esher, Surrey; Brasted, Kent; Stalbridge, Dorset; and Ipplepen, Devon. In front of the pump is another much more modest one, probably installed later. Photos by Paul Snelling - thanks, Paul. cranfield
Markings: Larger pump: "Erected by Public Subscription, 1866". Smaller pump: Flag.

Manufacturer: Larger pump: It's a "No. 15 Enriched Gothic Pump Case" made by S. Owens & Co., of London. Smaller pump: Lee Howl.

eversholt At Eversholt, Beds, this pump shows evidence of a replacement cap, as well as a worn down bucket hook. Photo by Michael Burgess - thanks, Michael.

Markings: None.

Manufacturer: Unk.

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taken from www.geograph.
org.uk's site.		 Under a tiled roof and encased in wood, this one's at Haynes Church End, Beds. It was erected in 1867 and is inscribed:
 O YE WELLS BLESS YE THE LORD
Markings: Unk.

Manufacturer: Unk.

steppingley Steppingley, Beds. Photo by Michael Burgess - thanks, Michael.

Markings: None.

Manufacturer: Unk.

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