ABOVE: The completed water is a popular attraction for folk of all ages.

At the heart of Barry Island’s vibrant waterfront, a beautifully crafted stone water feature now brings a sense of elegance and tranquillity to the popular seaside destination. Designed and built by Mossfords Memorial Masons’ construction division, the installation showcases the company’s renowned craftsmanship and deep appreciation for natural stone.

Blending seamlessly with its coastal surroundings, the feature stands as a lasting tribute to skilled Welsh masonry and thoughtful public design.

ABOVE: Placement of the stone blocks was a straightforward task for our skilled fixers. 

Vale of Glamorgan Council

Ustigate

Forest of Dean sandstone

2014

Acorn Property Group

Speller Metcalf

Pennant Stone

£16m

July 2017

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This remarkable water feature was created as part of a £3m regeneration project at the Grade II-listed Eastern Shelter.

Completed in 2014, the feature is made up of Forest of Dean sandstone blocks arranged to resemble an ammonite fossil. With mister jets being fed from the mains, the feature didn’t require any excavation for water tanks or a recirculating system. As a mist feature, it is a low water user for one this size and delivers safe water quality with low site maintenance.

BELOW: The mist created by the feature is mesmerising.

Accompanied by colour-changing led lights, it is activated by a control bollard and is programmed to create an ambient atmosphere in the evening and be clearly visible to visitors.

An original project for Mossfords, we’re proud to have contributed in beautifying this wonderful part of Barry Island.