One of the two sources of the Tyburn river, the other being in the grounds of Belsize Manor (now the area called Belsize Park). Â The picture shows the well in 1820. Â In 1878 wrote "Â There used to be an arch over the conduit, and rails stood round it; but since Hampstead has been supplied by the New River Company the conduit has become neglected, and the spring is now only a small and dirty swamp." Â
This section lists the memorials where the subject on this page is commemorated:
Shepherd's Well
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Shepherd's Well
For the good of the public this fountain is erected near the site of an ancie...
Other Subjects
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Michael Tierney
Mine host of the Windsor Castle pub in 1990. Distinguished member of the Handlebar Club since 2007.
1 memorial
Henry Thrale
Born 1724/1730, son of Ralph. Wealthy by dint of inheriting the Anchor Brewery which he ran 1758-81. MP for Southwark 1765 - 1780. Married Hester - see there for their life together and friendship ...
1 memorial
Pope’s Head Tavern
From British History:  "...'Pope's Head', mentioned as early as the reign of Edward IV. Here, in the reign of Henry VI., wine was sold at a penny a pint, without charge for bread."
1 memorial
The Three Cripples public house
Pub in Charles Dickens's "Oliver Twist".
1 memorial

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