Description

Possibly 17th century. Barrel-vaulted well set into random rubble wall; 20th century commemorative iron gate with decorative lion rampant casting. North Queensferry Heritage Trust plaque to right.

Statement of Interest

This well was a long-established source of fresh water for the village of North Queensferry presumably originating at Ferryhills. Its use for washing is assumed by its close proximity to the common green (as it was known in the 17th century), which was probably also used as a bleaching and washing green, this green was located nearby to the W until it was displaced by the existing highway in 1773. The former King's Highway ran alongside the green (Cubin). The well was disused by the end of the 19th century (Cunningham).

External Links

• Historic Environment Scotland Listing
• Wikidata Q17794327

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  Kent: West and the Weald: The Buildings of England (Pevsner Architectural Guides: Buildings of England)
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