St Anns Well, Grade II listed water well in Buxton, England
St Anns Well is a thermal spring structure in Buxton, England, located at the base of The Slopes opposite The Crescent. The water flows through a stone outlet where visitors can access it directly without any barriers.
The spring has been used since Roman times and remained a draw for those seeking relief from ailments through the centuries. The current well structure dates from the 18th century, when Buxton developed as a spa town.
The well takes its name from Saint Anne and shows the town's connection to healing waters that people still trust. Visitors can watch locals arrive with bottles to fill and carry home for drinking.
The well is freely accessible and sits in the town center, just a short walk from the main shopping streets. Those wanting to take water away should bring their own bottle or container, as none are provided on site.
The water is thousands of years old and rises from deep rock layers to the surface, where it keeps its steady warmth. This long journey underground gives the water a high mineral content that visitors can taste when they drink it.
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