Liskeard Unlocked - Wonderous Well of Lyskiret

Come and see the Pipewell with the gates open so that you can see the lovely stonework as well as the water source. Hosts will be there to tell everyone about the building and the slate tank where the spring water is channelled.

The well is probably the main reason for the town's existence. The springs which supply it are pure and have never been known to run dry. (During the severe drought of 1976, when water rationing was enforced and standpipes were erected in the streets, Liskeard residents preferred to get their water from the Pipewell.)

For centuries the town markets were situated near it and the waters were used for washing goods - and people. The many quaint-sounding regulations forbidding the washing of 'bellies' and fish are recorded on the new noticeboard. As with many wells in Cornwall, there are superstitions associated with the drinking of the water which is supposed to lead to marital harmony and to cure blindness.

On Saturday 7th the Museum volunteers will have some crafting for you to join in with there too.

Timings & Tours

Saturday 07 September:

1000-1300

Saturday 14 September:

1000-1300

Location & directions

Well Lane, Liskeard, Cornwall, PL14 3TP

Directions:

The Pipewell is down the little lane beside Liskeard Fish & Chips and the former Ham & Huddy.

Contact on day:

Iga Webb

Telephone number:

+441579346087

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking not required

Accessibility details

Care should be taken on the steps approaching the Pipewell and also if you step over the water beyond the gates. The stones may be slippery, there is no hand rail. Don't drink the water from the Well. On 7th full wheelchair/pram/pushchair access to activities, not the well itself.

Additional information

Guides will be on hand to explain the history of the well and its importance to the town.

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