Myths & Curiosities
The Whittington Stone Cat
A sleek cat sits on the stone marking the spot where, in the legend, young Dick Whittington heard the Bow Bells ring out 'Turn again, Whittington, thrice Lord Mayor of London' — and turned back to his fortune. The real Richard Whittington was indeed mayor four times.
- Subject
- Dick Whittington's legendary cat
- Sculptor
- Jonathan Kenworthy
- Unveiled
- 1964
- Material
- Polished black stone
- Location
- Highgate Hill, Archway
