Cavendish memorial fountain, Gothic Revival memorial fountain in Bolton Abbey, England
The Cavendish memorial fountain is a Gothic Revival structure with six stone buttresses arranged in a hexagonal plan that dominate its appearance. Each buttress is topped with a gargoyle carved from local ashlar blocks.
The structure was erected in 1886, four years after Lord Frederick Cavendish was killed in Phoenix Park by Irish National Invincibles in 1882. Local communities raised funds to create this memorial, marking a significant moment in regional memory.
The memorial displays family crests of the Cavendish line and their relations including Lyttleton, Boyle, Clifford, and Howard carved into its stone. These heraldic marks tell the story of interconnected noble families and their place in the region.
The memorial stands north of Bolton Abbey Priory in open grounds and is easily accessible from the monastery complex. Wear sturdy shoes as the surrounding terrain can be uneven and sometimes wet.
The memorial was funded by local voters in northern West Riding of Yorkshire who initially considered building a tall tower but chose the fountain design instead. This community input shaped the final form we see today.
Location: Craven
Location: Bolton Abbey
Inception: 1886
Architectural style: Gothic Revival
Website: https://britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/en-323726-cavendish-memorial-bolton-abbey-north-yo
GPS coordinates: 53.98631,-1.88710
Latest update: December 14, 2025 16:41
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