Rosslyn Hill, Hampstead

LocationOn the west side of Rosslyn Hill between Shepherds Walk & Mulberry Close.
InscriptionASK AND YE SHALL RECEIVE SEEK AND YE SHALL FIND
InscriptionJESUS SAID
WHOSOEVER DRINKETH OF THIS
WATER SHALL THIRST AGAIN BUT
WHOSOEVER DRINKETH OF THE WATER
THAT I SHALL GIVE HIM SHALL
NEVER THIRST
InscriptionTHE MERCIFUL MAN
IS MERCIFUL TO HIS
BEAST
MDFCTA number0316 & 1231
Type and sizeFountain and dog trough special design
Original locationHaverstock Hill, close to Belsize Lane
Date erected1875
CommentsThis fountain was originally installed, as [0316], in 1875 at Haverstock Hill close to Belsize Lane. The gift of Mr. Wood, cost £50.0.0. In November 1889 it was removed by order of the vestry. In December 1889 it was re-erected, as [1231], at Rosslyn Hill, Hampstead near the Police Station.
Reference(s)Troughs & Drinking Fountains, Philip Davies: P-17, P-43