Public art & sculpture · East of England
Mother and Child fountain
In or near Little Burstead.
Mother and Child fountain in England South East, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Basildon · 0.3 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Mother and Child fountain is a public sculpture in England South East, United Kingdom, dating from 1962. Britain's public art ranges from Henry Moore reclining figures and Anthony Gormley installations to the Angel of the North and the surviving statues of empire.
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Official information
Basildon Market is a traditional market located in the heart of Basildon Town Centre. Visitors can explore a variety of stalls offering fresh produce, fashion, services, and food.
Place summary
The Mother and Child fountain is a piece of public art located in South-East England. Established in 1962, it serves as a notable example of modern sculptural design in public spaces.
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- Coordinates
- 51.5704, 0.4590
- County
- Essex
- District
- Basildon
- Parish
- Basildon, unparished area
- Postcode
- SS14 1HX
- Parliamentary constituency
- Basildon and Billericay
- Phone
- 01268 288268
- Established
- 1962
- Nearest railway station
- Basildon — 0.3 km
- Opening
- Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays
- Official site
- basildonmarket.co.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q26561504 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Mother and Child fountain?
- Mother and Child fountain is in Essex, South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode SS14 1HX), in the parish of Basildon, unparished area.
- What is Mother and Child fountain?
- Mother and Child fountain in England South East, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Mother and Child fountain?
- The nearest railway station is Basildon, about 0.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode SS14 1HX.
- When was Mother and Child fountain built?
- Built or established in 1962.
- Is Mother and Child fountain free to visit?
- Yes, Mother and Child fountain is free to enter.
- How do I get to Mother and Child fountain?
- The nearest railway station is Basildon, about 0.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SS14 1HX.