Description

1898. Decorative classical-inspired memorial fountain with prominent position in streetscape and distinctive contrasting pink and grey polished granite. Tiered square-plan plinth with corner pilasters and pediment detail with 4 columns above flanking urn; surmounted by oversized dome with fleur-de-lis incised detailing and crown finial. 2 urn shaped water bowls to N and S sides. Carved inscription to side. (see Notes).

Statement of Interest

Prominent decorative fountain, in arresting colours, situated on corner of main road into Ballater and contributing positively to the streetscape. Inscription reads '1898, erected by the Police Commissioners of Ballater with funds raised by public subscription to commemorate the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria's Reign and the fiftieth year of her residence at Balmoral.' This is one of a series of local memorials celebrating Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee year and is of particular interest because of Queen Victoria's association with the area, following regular visits to Balmoral. The memorial was moved to its present site in 1927.

External Links

• Historic Environment Scotland Listing
• Wikidata Q77779404

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Recommended Books

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  Historic Environment Law: Planning, Listed Buildings, Monuments, Conservation Areas and Objects, Supplement 2014
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  Maintaining and Repairing Old Houses: A Guide to Conservation, Sustainability and Economy
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  Worcestershire Revised Edition (Buildings of England) (Pevsner Architectural Guides: Buildings of England)
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  Drawing up a Local Listed Building Consent Order: Historic England Advice Note 6
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  Suffolk: East (Pevsner Architectural Guides: Buildings of England)
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  Listed Buildings, Conservation Areas and Monuments