The Society entertained around fifty Lee residents at a drinks reception held in the Baring Room of the Manor House library. Charles Batchelor spoke about the background to the society, David Plumer explained some of the area’s history and Simon Bucks brought everyone up to date with news about the Big Bed restoration project. The other members of the management team, Frances Migniuolo, Karen Pratt and Michael Haste were also on hand to answer questions about the Society’s work in preserving the built and natural environment of Lee.
Thames Water is blaming low pressure in the Lee Manor area on a faulty valve in the local water network.
Residents have reported just trickles of water from their taps, and in some cases no water at all in upstairs bathrooms.
Manor Park, Southbrook Road, Micheldever Road and Leahurst Road have all been affected.
Thames Water said this morning: “Our teams have been working overnight to repair a valve in the local water network which has now been completed. We’ll begin restoring water supply shortly by gradually refilling the network.
“As water returns to the network, you may notice lower water pressure than usual at first. This is normal and should gradually improve as the system continues to recharge and pressure builds across the area.
“If you live in a block of flats, you may need to contact your managing agent to come out and reset your internal pumps if you’re still experiencing issues with your supply.
“Often when your water returns it may be discoloured at first (rusty, white or milky in colour), this is normal – for further guidance on what to do when you experience this and other issues following an incident, please see our After An Incident Guide.
We sincerely apologise for the disruption caused and would like to thank you for your patience and understanding while we carried out this repair.”
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London Square has reportedly been doing video interviews with shop owners and other traders for their marketing campaign.
One shop owner told the Lee Manor Society they asked what the area has to offer in the way of cafes, pubs, shops and community activities.
It hasn’t gone unnoticed that the latest hoarding adverts around the Lee Green development – as it’s now called – focus on the historic aspects of the area. Photos of Victorian buildings are matched by some curious wording, for example “It’s not what you know, it’s where you know.”
We shouldn’t complain since the buildings they are using for their marketing are some of those the Lee Manor Society works hard to protect and preserve.
Nevertheless, it’s interesting that London Square haven’t used any pictures illustrating how the development will look when it’s finished. So here’s a reminder.
