Conduit Head, Colwell

## Overview Conduit Head is a public drinking spring located in Colwell, near the southern coast of England in Hampshire. Situated at GPS coordinates 50.911233, -1.414794, this spring sits in a area with a long history of natural water sources that have served local communities for centuries. The name "Conduit Head" is historically significant — it typically refers to the point where a natural spring was captured and channeled into a conduit or pipe system to supply water to a nearby settlement, manor house, or religious institution. Such conduit heads were common features of medieval and post-medieval water management across England, and many survive as heritage landmarks. The presence of this spring in Colwell suggests it once played an important role in the local water supply infrastructure. The water from Conduit Head has historically been used as a drinking water source by the local community, though as with any natural spring, water quality can vary over time and with seasonal conditions. ## What to Expect Conduit Head in Colwell is a public drinking spring, suggesting it is accessible to visitors. The spring is located in the Hampshire countryside, an area known for its chalk geology, which naturally filters groundwater and often produces clear, mineral-rich water. Visitors should look for a traditional conduit head structure — these are often small stone or brick constructions designed to collect and direct spring water. Depending on the season and recent rainfall, water flow may vary. The surrounding area of Colwell offers pleasant rural scenery typical of southern Hampshire. As this is a natural spring, visitors should be aware that water quality has not been independently verified and may fluctuate. While the spring has historically been used for drinking water, conditions can change over time.