The Fountain & Modern Dunning

About this episode

The episode explores the historical significance of the Alexander Martin Memorial Fountain in Dunning and its connection to the village's present life.

Send us Fan Mail In the centre of Tron Square stands a dry but dignified landmark, the Alexander Martin Memorial Fountain, gifted to Dunning in 1874 by a villager who built a new life across the Atlantic. Today, it’s more than stone and plaque; it’s a reminder of connection across oceans and time. But Dunning is not just its past. From the sound of kids on the green to chatter in the pub and the rhythms of village life, this walk weaves together history and the present. The fountain an...

People in this episode

Host: Nicky

Topics covered

• history
• community
• landmarks
• connection
• village life

Keywords

• Dunning
• Alexander Martin Memorial Fountain
• history
• village life
• community connection

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Alexander Martin Memorial Fountain

Places: Dunning, Tron Square

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