Buxton Memorial Fountain

The Buxton Memorial Fountain stands as a vibrant, neo-Gothic tribute to the abolition of slavery across the British Empire. Commissioned by the politician Charles Buxton, the structure honors the tireless campaign led by his father, Thomas Fowell Buxton, alongside other pivotal figures like William Wilberforce. The monument was built in eighteen sixty-six, a moment that carries deeper historical weight as it coincided with the ratification of the Thirteenth Amendment in the United States. Its intricate design features polished Devonshire marble, granite basins, and a colorful, enamelled iron spire that reflects the era's grand architectural ambitions.