Survey Data
Reg No
15305008
Rating
Regional
Categories of Special Interest
Social, Technical
Original Use
Water pump
In Use As
Water pump
Date
1860 - 1880
Coordinates
254336, 266047
Date Recorded
08/08/2004
Date Updated
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Description
Freestanding cast-iron water pump, erected c.1870, comprising banded cylindrical shaft with fluted head having fluted spout, ‘cow tail’ curvilinear handle, and fluted ogee-dome cap with finial. Now disused. Located within a courtyard of outbuildings to north of Drumcree House.
Appraisal
An appealing feature in the farmyard that represents an early surviving example of mass-produced cast-iron ware. Although primarily a functional piece, its slim profile and elegant curved handle enhances its artistic design. It forms part of an interesting collection of outbuildings and fittings associated with the former Drumcree House demesne.