The baroque drinking fountain in Marylebone was erected in 1862 by Julia Clara Busk to honor her husband, William Pitt Byrne, owner of The Morning Post, a conservative newspaper. Despite changes in ownership and several scandals after his death, The Morning Post played a crucial role in warning against the threats posed by German expansion before its eventual merger with The Telegraph. Originally, Byrne transformed the newspaper into a more general audience publication. The fountain itself is noted for its ornate style, reflecting the artistic tastes of its time, though now it lies disused.
The drinking fountain, installed in 1862 by Julia Clara Busk, is a tribute to William Pitt Byrne, a conservative newspaper proprietor, highlighting his legacy.
William Pitt Byrne, who led The Morning Post during a transformative era, broadening its scope, has left a significant mark on the newspaper industry.
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