Hand Pumps in the village?

The idea to reintroduce hand pumps came from one of our residents, and we were pleased to explore it as a potential way to enhance our village’s character. We looked into the practicalities, the costs, and the possible benefits, then invited the wider community to share their thoughts.

Whilst there were pockets of support and healthy debate, overall interest wasn’t strong enough to take the idea forward. Sometimes even charming throwbacks don’t quite catch the collective imagination.

As always, the Parish Council welcomes thoughtful suggestions from residents who want to make our village even better, and we’re grateful to those who engage constructively.