Mompesson's Well, Historic water well in Eyam, England.
Mompesson's Well features stone walls and a circular basin, set against the limestone landscape of the Peak District National Park.
During the 1665 plague outbreak, villagers placed coins in vinegar at this well to conduct safe transactions with neighboring communities.
The well represents the determination of Eyam residents who isolated their village to prevent the spread of the plague to other communities.
Located near the village center, the well remains accessible through designated walking paths and includes informational panels about its history.
The well served as a boundary point where money and supplies were exchanged between quarantined villagers and outsiders during the plague.
Location: Eyam
GPS coordinates: 53.29124,-1.66722
Latest update: March 25, 2025 12:03
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