Ornamental Garden Fountain

The Ornamental Garden Fountain, located south of Oakwood and Bathwick Tower on Bathwick Hill, is a raised square fountain made of stone ashlar. It features concave central quadrants on each side and stands approximately 1 meter high. The fountain has rounded copings that are set flush and is enclosed by a quatrefoil-shaped outer retaining wall, also around 1 meter high, which was restored in the early 1990s.

This feature was likely introduced between 1833 and 1835 as part of the enhancements to the villa and garden designed by architect Edward Davis, who was a pupil of John Soane. In the early 1990s, the fountain was restored and is currently in use as a fountain.

The fountain is recognized for its early 19th-century Italianate style, its association with Edward Davis, and its contribution to the group of early 19th-century garden features related to Oakwood and Bathwick Tower, an early 19th-century Italianate villa. It significantly enhances the interest of the villa and its landscaped garden.