Queen Marys Well, Glasgow

Description:

This natural spring water in Salsburgh, North Lanarkshire, Scotland has quite a lot of historical significance. It is located on the holy grounds at the foot of Kirk O’ Shott’s Parish Church, also known as the Shottskirk. This well was made in the 14th century when the Church was a place of Catholic worship. It was known as St. Catherines Chapel, the name originating from Catherine of Sienna.

Many people have tested the water and found it suitable for drinking. The water comes out of a stone faucet and is available for free to the public. It is open all day long, but the church authorities may impose timing restrictions.

Where can I find spring water?

The correct coordinates are  55.84645473225697, -3.851194302631277 and the complete address is B7066, Shotts ML7 4NT, United Kingdom. You can visit the church by car.

Directions:

The St. Catherine's Well lies at the North-west edge of the Kirk O’ Shott’s Parish Church. It is about a mile from the Salsburgh Community Centre. If you are coming from the Salsburgh Community Centre, head south on Muirhall Terrace toward B7066 for about 49 feet, and then turn left onto B7066. Drive for about a mile, and you will find the spring on your left.

More details:

This spring is also known as Kate’s Well and is the scene of the local legendary giant Bertram de Shotts's demise. The story of how a young man, Willielmo De Muirhead, 1st Laird of Muirhead, killed the Giant is very popular among the people of this region. The water in this well comes from nearby hills and has quite a cool and refreshing taste. There is a lot of space to park your vehicle, and people often recommend visiting this well if you are in the village of Salsburgh.

Description:

This natural spring water in Carlops Scottish Borders, Midlothian, Scotland is one of the country’s oldest drinking water fountain. The water comes out of an iron lion head outlet and is perfectly suitable for drinking. However, the flow of water is quite slow, so if you are interested in filling up containers, it might take quite some time. The Carlops Drinking fountain is open all d ay long and water flows through it continuously. It is always open to the public, and you can fill your containers for free.

The water has a TDS level of 111 and is slightly alkaline with a pH of 7.3. It is perfectly for consuming.

Where can I find spring water?

The correct coordinates are 55.788345,-3.339289 and the complete address is Carlops Drinking Fountain, Carlops Scottish Borders, Midlothian, Scotland. It is near the road, and can be visited by a car. It is located very near the Allan Ramsey Hotel and is close to Village Green.

Directions:

The Carlops Hill is barely 1 kilometer away from the Carlops Drinking Fountain. To reach the fountain from the Carlops Hills, drive 99 meters north east, and then turn right. Drive for 690 meters (about 4 minutes) and bear a left onto A702. Drive for 300 meters, and you will see the fountain to your left.

If you approach Carlops from the north, you will find the fountain to your right, just before the Adam Ramsay Hotel in Carlops village.

More details:

The water from this fountain is quite cool and really freshens you up. The water flow of this spring may be quite slow during winter, but it tends to become faster during the spring and autumn seasons. This may be due to seasonal changes, or due to rainfall levels. The fountain is set in a historical stone dyke marked ‘Gods Gift’ dating back to 1860. There have been a long history of witches in this area, and so it is not very surprising that many consider the fountain to have a supernatural foundation.

The natural spring water in Edinburgh, Scotland, is open for the public between 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM. This is a heritage site, which offers drinking water to the public. Additionally, it's a good picnic and hangout spot for friends and couples. The raw water in this natural spring is said to be healthful, which can help you regain energy quickly.
Where Can I find Spring Water?
The exact coordinates are 55.957222,-3.21349
Take the Comely Bank Road and head towards the "Water of Leith" located in the East. Take the Dean St road on the right, then take the first left turn. Head for a few meters and take the left turn. You'll be at your destination.