
High Newton Hand Pump, Cumbria
N 54° 14.286 W 002° 55.295
30U E 505110 N 6010016
Quick Description: This pump is boxed against the wall in the village of High Newton. The turnpike came through here in 1820, only being bypassed in 2007.
Location: North West England, United Kingdom
Date Posted: 10/24/2010 9:11:51 AM
Waymark Code: WM9ZYP
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Long Description:The present handle is for display only as it is not connected to the plunger. The body of the pump and spout are made from lead, perhaps that is why the pump was abandoned. The plunger is rusted suggesting cast iron. There is a well at the top of the village near the Crown Inn. Two water sources.
The reservoir above the village was built to supply Grange-over-sands with water. Pipes were purchased before a scheme was approved.
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