Bovingdon: The Old Well and The Bell Inn
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Bovingdon: The Old Well and The Bell Inn
Image: © Nigel Cox Taken: 28 May 2006
Bovingdon's most recognisable landmark is the five-sided Old Well at the junction of Green Lane with the High Street. An inscription around the arches reads "This house with the well is dedicated to ye beloved memory of Ye Honourable Granville D Ryder, late of Westbrook Hay of this Parish, who was born on November 26th 1799 and died on November 24th 1879, and was raised by his relatives for the use and comfort of his friends. The Village of Bovingdon April 1881". Needless to say the well is now sealed...
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Image Location
Latitude
51.721031
Longitude
-0.530572