In 1714, a well of 'chalybeate waters' (water impregnated with iron) was discovered near the Bell Inn, Kilburn. Gardens and a 'great room' were opened in an attempt to compete with the nearby Hampstead Well. They remained popular into the nineteenth century. The Bell Inn was demolished and rebuilt in 1863.
See the plaques for our thoughts on the location of the Wells and the Spa.
Credit for this entry to: Alan Patient of www.plaquesoflondon.co.uk
This section lists the memorials where the subject on this page is commemorated:
Kilburn Wells
This is one of a set of 7 pavement plaques - see Kilburn Bridge for the list.
Architect/mason. Father of George Dance the Elder (1695 - 1768) and grandfather of George Dance the Younger. Member of the Merchant Taylors Company. The dates are approximate.
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