Public art & sculpture · London
Slade Fountain in Kennington Park
In or near City of Westminster.
Slade Fountain in Kennington Park in England London, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Oval · 0.2 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Slade Fountain in Kennington Park is a public sculpture in England London, United Kingdom, dating from 1862. 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
The Tinworth Pillar is a historic memorial located in Kennington Park, originally part of a large ornamental fountain erected in 1872. It features a bas relief decoration and was created by sculptor George Tinworth, depicting a scene titled 'The Pilgrimage of Life'. The fountain was damaged during the Blitz and the sculpture was removed in 1981 due to vandalism.
Place summary
Slade Fountain is a public art installation located in Kennington Park, London. Established in 1862, it serves as a notable example of Victorian ornamental design.
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- Coordinates
- 51.4827, -0.1102
- District
- Lambeth
- Parish
- Lambeth, unparished area
- Postcode
- SE11 5TS
- Parliamentary constituency
- Vauxhall and Camberwell Green
- Established
- 1862
- Nearest railway station
- Oval — 0.2 km
- Official site
- www.londonremembers.com
Sources
- wikidata: Q120055464 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Slade Fountain in Kennington Park?
- Slade Fountain in Kennington Park is in London, United Kingdom (postcode SE11 5TS), in the parish of Lambeth, unparished area.
- What is Slade Fountain in Kennington Park?
- Slade Fountain in Kennington Park in England London, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Slade Fountain in Kennington Park?
- The nearest railway station is Oval, about 0.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode SE11 5TS.
- When was Slade Fountain in Kennington Park built?
- Built or established in 1862.
- Is Slade Fountain in Kennington Park free to visit?
- Yes, Slade Fountain in Kennington Park is free to enter.
- How do I get to Slade Fountain in Kennington Park?
- The nearest railway station is Oval, about 0.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SE11 5TS.