K6 Telephone Kiosk West Of St Michael'S Church

The K6 telephone kiosk located west of St Michael's Church in Compton Pauncefoot is a Grade II listed structure designed by Sir Giles Gilbert Scott. Made of cast iron and glass, it features three glazed sides with eight registers and margin lights, while the rear side is solid with reeded decoration. Above the four arched sides is a canopy dome inspired by the work of Regency architect Sir John Soane, with a crown in relief above each glazed panel that is inscribed with the word 'TELEPHONE'. The interior houses modern telecommunications equipment.

Introduced in 1935 to mark the silver jubilee of King George V, the K6 kiosk is often referred to as the 'Jubilee Kiosk'. It represents an evolution of Scott's earlier K2 design from 1924 and is recognized for its iconic status, showcasing a blend of Neoclassical design with modern functionality.

This kiosk is notable for being an exemplary piece of industrial design, reflecting Scott's adaptation of classical forms for contemporary use. It is strategically located in the Blackford Conservation Area, enhancing its visual relationship with the nearby St Michael's Church, which is listed as Grade II*, and Beehive Cottage, also listed as Grade II.