EXHIBITION AT TURNTABLE GALLERY, GRIMSBY

The Fountain, Found!

19 November - 17 December 2022

Open Tuesday - Saturday: 11:00 - 15:00

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The Grimsby, Cleethorpes and district Civic Society welcome you to a retelling of the story of Edward Bannister, a local philanthropist and lover of the arts.

Edward John Bannister. Mayor of Grimsby (1868–1869)

Edward Bannister was a titan of industry and a very kind man.


He was a founder of the huge coal exporter Edward Bannister and Co. At the time of his death, he was a very wealthy man, leaving behind £38,542.


Bannister was also a generous man and often used his money for the good of society. He donated to local charities.


He was a Justice of the Peace, a Tory and a Unitarian (a type of Christian). A Justice of the Peace is someone who conducts cases in court for minor offences in a local area.


As well as his charitable donations, Bannister’s kindness shone through in court. Drunks were often forgiven for their offence after pleading guilty and apologising.

About The Man

Edward Bannister by Thomas Benjamin Kennington (c.1901 Grimsby Town Hall)

The Edward Bannister Legacies

Find out more about some of the legacies that Edward Bannister left to the people of Grimsby.

About The Project

The Grimsby, Cleethorpes and district Civic Society welcome you to a retelling of the story of Edward Bannister, a local philanthropist and lover of the arts. Over 150 years ago, as Mayor of Grimsby, he donated the drinking fountain, first sited in Albert Gardens.


This show re-presents the fountain in its current state and its journey within the town throughout the years.


We hope to raise awareness of local arts and culture and the legacy of a great man who helped shaped Great Grimsby, and how we can take pride in local projects.


Please come and share your thoughts, memories and questions.

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