Opposite this tablet a drinking fountain was erected in 1878 in memory of Robert Besley Esq. Alderman of this ward and Lord Mayor of London, 1869 - 70. Removed 1934.
The Corporation of the City of London
EC1, Aldersgate Street, 107
Islington's Conservation Statement covering this area dates number 107 c.1850 but provides no other useful information.
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Besley drinking fountain removed
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Besley drinking fountain removed
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