Place    From 1696 

Kensington Wells

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In 1696 a mineral spring was discovered on the site, and the Kensington Wells developed from it. The first building to be erected at the spring was the Wells spa, which operated until the mid 18th century.

Credit for this entry to: Alan Patient of www.plaquesoflondon.co.uk

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