Fice'S Well

Fice's Well is a well dating from 1568, constructed from granite. It features a stone canopy supported by two jambs and a lintel, which covers a spring. A later circular wall surrounds the well, with a stile positioned opposite the well opening. The lintel is inscribed with "I.F.1568" in high relief. According to local legend, the well was built by Sir John Fitz of Fitzford, near Tavistock, who, along with his wife, was misled by pixies on the moor. They were saved by drinking from the spring, believed to have magical properties. In gratitude, Sir John erected the canopy over the spring for the benefit of future travelers.