Buxton Memorial Fountain - Free Audio Guide
London, England, United Kingdom
Buxton Memorial Fountain, Millbank, Westminster, Millbank, London, Greater London, England, SW1P 3JR, United Kingdom
The Buxton Memorial Fountain, located in Victoria Tower Gardens, London, is a significant monument that commemorates the emancipation of slaves in the British Empire in 1834. Designed by Charles Buxton and Samuel Sanders Teulon in 1865, it honors key figures in the abolition movement. Originally erected in Parliament Square, it was relocated in 1957. The octagonal base features intricate sculptures and inscriptions celebrating the fight against slavery. The fountain underwent restoration in 2007 and is now a focal point for visitors interested in British history and the abolitionist movement. The site is accessible year-round, with no admission fee.