1. 17th century octagonal stone superstructure, arched entrance, cherub keystone, cupola with pelican, rectangular bath to N with stone balustrade, corner balustrade and fielded panels.
2. Sides of octagon, 1.1m, overall height of well house, 4.0m.
The building carries an inscription 'INDIGO JONES 1612', however it does not appear to be depicted on an estate map of 1730, whilst present in 1756.
This area of Bodrhyddan Hall (Nprn35670) grounds (Nprn266211) is known as 'The Pleasaunce', and St Mary's Well apears to have been set in a grove, with several ponds, and cut by formal walks. This layout was subsequently remodelled (Nprn35673).
It is thought that the well/spring may have been a med. holy well.
(sources: Os495card; SJ07NW12; long text attached to Nprn266211)
J.Wiles 11.10.02