The adult height, floor standing drinking fountain is hygienic, robust and easily installed. The shielded bubbler valve is positioned for ease of use and the smooth radiused design eliminates sharp corners which can cause injury. Supply and waste pipework can be installed within the pedestal that incorporates a removable access panel, held in position by security-type screws, and a floor fixing plate. The drinking fountain is manufactured in one piece without joints or crevices from grade 304 stainless steel. All exposed surfaces are polished to a satin finish. Each drinking fountain is supplied with a 32mm flush grated waste fitting and a chrome plated shielded bubbler complete with a self closing push button valve. The valve incorporates a flow adjuster and strainer and is supplied with a water inlet fitting to suit 15mm diameter pipework.