Old Warden (click on photograph to bring up bigger/better version).

A missing handle on this one at Old Warden, Beds. Thanks to John Hurst for the photos on the left and to Malc King for the one on the right, confirming the wonky angle. Markings: None. Manufacturer: Unk.

And this pump at Old Warden, Beds, also has a missing handle. Thanks to John Hurst for the photo. Markings: None. Manufacturer: Unk.

In the grotto at the Swiss Garden at Old Warden Park, Old Warden, Beds, this plank-mounted pump still works, despite the rust. Photos by Steve Foote - thanks, Steve. Markings: A crescent moon with the initials "J.W&S" and "Crescent London" written within it, and next to it a bell motif and the word "Trademark". Manufacturer: J.Warner and Sons, Crescent Foundry, Cripplegate, London.

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