Cucking stool, Medieval punishment device in Bournemouth, England
The cucking stool features a wooden chair attached to a long beam, designed to lower individuals into water as a form of public punishment.
During the 17th century, this disciplinary apparatus served as a means to punish women accused of gossiping, scolding, or disrupting social order.
The presence of this medieval device in Bournemouth reflects the harsh methods communities used to maintain social control through public humiliation.
Located near the historical district, this preserved torture instrument demonstrates the construction techniques and mechanical principles of medieval punishment devices.
The chair's mechanism allowed for precise control of submersion depth and duration, making each punishment session adjustable to the severity of the offense.
Location: Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Address: Ducking Stool Ln, Christchurch BH23 1DS
Phone: 01202929091
Website: http://theduckingstool.com
GPS coordinates: 50.73463,-1.77479
Latest update: November 3, 2025 18:40
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