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- Michael MIpswich, UK730 contributionsI had to sit and think about this memorial, this was the perfect place. At first glance i thought what does it represent.
It captures the late Princess's life perfectly. From ordinary it develops in to highs and lows, calm and stormy. It is ordinary yet beautiful.
A nice place to rest or paddle your feet and watch the resident geese.Written 23 September 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - therichastillStevenage, UK3,460 contributionsThe Girl with the Dolphin fountain is located in St Katharines Wharf. It is in the shadow of Tower Bridge which makes for some great pictures.
The Dolphin and the girl look like they are enjoying themselves.
I visited in October 2023 and the fountain was not working and there was no water in the pool. Not sure why.Written 31 October 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - GregCambridge, UK5,205 contributionsA friend took me to Granary Square, close to Kings Cross Station, which is clearly developing into a hip, social and commercial district full of contemporary restaurants - e.g. Dishoom - with bars and design shops too. A portion of the square is taken up by fountains to the fore of a University of the Arts London building, canalside steps by the river and an area where pop-up amphitheatres take centre stage during the warmer months.
The fountains are very cool to look at and picture during the nighttime and the warehouse-converted buildings are made up of workplaces, shops and hipster coffee houses.
This will no doubt become an even more animated and vibrant area as the development continues nearby.Written 7 March 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - BradHong Kong, China178,291 contributionsThis is one of the twin fountain pools at Trafalgar Square that flank Nelson's Column. It was designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens (1948) replacing earlier fountains by Sir Charles Barry (1845) while making use of the original quatrefoil shaped basins from that time period. Beautiful sculptural figures were added in 1948 as well. These were the works of Sir Charles Thams Wheeler.
The fountain is named after Royal Admiral Richard Beatty while the sister fountain is named after Admiral John Rushworth Jellicoe. They are both beautiful additions to the scene and ambience of Trafalgar square and easy to enjoy during the day and night when lights are used to illuminate the fountains.Written 23 November 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - BradHong Kong, China178,291 contributionsThis is one of the twin fountain pools flanking Nelson's Column at Trafalgar Square. Both were designed by Sir Charles Barry in 1845 in quatrefoil shaped basins, the original fountains were replaced in 1948. The new fountains were the work of Sir Edwin Lutyens, making use of the original basins while including sculptural figures of marine figures sculpted by Sir Charles Thomas Wheeler.
At that time the fountains were dedicated to Royal Navy Admiral John Rushworth Jellicoe (west fountain) and Admiral David Richard Beatty (east fountain) the names by which they are known today. The twin fountains are quite beautiful and make excellent contribution to quality ambience, both are worth spending a few minutes to enjoy while sightseeing around Trafalgar Square.Written 19 November 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Mikael FHelsinki, Finland31,125 contributionsThis fountain is located in Hyde Park, alongside Park Lane. It was completed in 1963 when Park Lane was widened.
It depicts two bronze figures holding hands while appearing to dance above the water, with four bronze children emerging from the pool.
On our visit, there was no water coming and it looked a little bit silly as the figures were dancing in the air.Written 7 July 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Nicholas HLondon, UK20,371 contributionsOne of two fountains in the lovely Rose Garden in Hyde Park, a beautifully tranquil place right in the heart of a London. The bronze carving of the hunting goddess shooting an arrow was created by Countess Feodora Gleichen, who was the first woman member of the Royal Society of British Sculptors. It was installed in 1906. It’s surrounded by benches, so it can be admired while relaxing in lovely surroundings.Written 18 March 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- StephenCrossDublin, Ireland31,546 contributionsFounder of a few things to do with the postal service. Small water feature that sits in the beautiful Victoria embankment gardens.Written 26 August 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- therichastillStevenage, UK3,460 contributionsSadly you will be disappointed if you wish to seek refreshment from the Cornhill Fountain however there is an ornate replica of the foundation not far from the Mansion House in Cornhill.
It's not very big and there are no places around the fountain to sit and rest but it's a unique piece of London architecture.Written 5 March 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - StephenCrossDublin, Ireland31,546 contributionsThe fountain sits in the Duck pond at St.James Park. The birds and scenery are all excellent and a great place to walk around.Written 24 September 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- BradHong Kong, China178,291 contributionsThese are two identical drinking fountains embedded into the walls of the NE and NW corners of Trafalgar Square. They were designed by Stephen Dykes Bower (1960). They are easy to miss if you aren't looking out for them. Worth a glance if viewing the monuments and fountains at Trafalgar and interested. Otherwise, you're not missing much with the two Bower drinking fountains.Written 11 November 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Wandering WonderingsHastings, UK3,240 contributionsAnother fascinating feature of London. Apparently, drinking fountains were all the rage after this one appeared. This one has a very stern warning to replace the cup. Not sure that anyone needs to these days, what with the 2 cups chained to the fountain!Written 3 May 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Nicholas HLondon, UK20,371 contributionsThis touching drinking fountain was erected in 1861 by the Metropolitan Free Drinking Fountains Association as part of a campaign to combat cholera and make safe water available to the poor. It was originally located on the forecourt of the Royal Exchange, but was moved to its present site to make way for the London Troops War Memorial. The statue of Temperance is elegant and affecting, while the base of the central plinth has a nice (and original) bronze plaque describing its origin. There are a number of bronze fish set into the plinth. One of the more interesting drinking fountains in the City.Written 9 November 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- therichastillStevenage, UK3,460 contributionsWithin Embankment Gardens there are a number of statues for various different people or events. As an alternative there is a ceremonial fountain which is good.
It's a nice peaceful place to chill out after a busy day exploring the city.Written 24 May 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
