Mystery clings to these forgotten stones, doesn’t it? This unassuming ruin, Conduit Head, whispers of a time when Eltham Palace wasn’t a grand affair. Before Tudor extravagance, this humble structure served a vital purpose. It was the heart of a system, channeling crystal-clear water from a spring high on the warren down to the Palace moat. Imagine, wooden pipes carrying the lifeblood of Eltham Palace right beneath our feet! The Conduit Head, now a Scheduled Monument, speaks to the ingenuity of our ancestors. It filtered the water, ensuring its purity for those who resided within the palace walls. Although the palace has undergone dramatic transformations over the centuries, Conduit Head stands as a silent testament to Eltham’s humble beginnings. A reminder that even grandeur starts with a single, essential element: water.
Southfields Methodist Church
Curiosity stirred within the heart of Southfields as a new chapter began. Southfields Methodist Church held its first public service