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Banbury Road Erupts in Watery Chaos!
27 May
Summary
- A significant water jet burst from a road near Banbury Cross.
- The event occurred near the landmark 'Fine Lady on a White Horse'.
- The incident caused road surface damage and debris scattering.

A substantial water jet dramatically erupted from a road in Banbury on Tuesday evening, causing chaos near the town's famous Banbury Cross. The incident began around 9 PM BST, near the landmark celebrating the 'Fine Lady on a White Horse' nursery rhyme.
Eyewitnesses reported that the gushing water was breaking up the road surface. There were concerns about the safety of onlookers due to the scattered debris. The road has since been partially closed, and the leak appears to have been brought under control.