Work starts on historic Crieff fountain restoration

The improvement project, which was initially announced last year, will see the James Square landmark’s masonry repaired and repointed, as well as electrical work carried out to provide new lighting.Constructed by William Mossman and installed in 1894, it has long been an aspiration of the Crieff community to see the Category B-listed focal point restored to its former glory.

Crieff Community Trust , Crieff at Christmas, Crieff and Strathearn Museum, Crieff in Leaf and the council’s community greenspace and property services teams have all worked together to take the scheme forward. Supported by PKC, CCT submitted successful funding applications to Perth and Kinross Heritage Trust, the Scotland Loves Local fund, the Community Environmental Challenge Fund, SGN, and Historic Environment Scotland – all of which helped to raise £60,000 towards the total cost of the workCCT chair Ailsa Campbell said: “In Crieff we recognise the importance of collaborative working, and this successful partnership approach will ensure that this iconic monument in the centre of the town will...

“I know it holds a special place in the affections of local people. I would like to pay tribute to the dedication of the Crieff community who have worked so hard to make this a reality, and I look forward to work getting started.”

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