Water trough at junction of Old Hill and Bromley Road

The water trough at the junction of Old Hill and Bromley Road is a granite cattle trough from the Metropolitan Drinking and Cattle Trough Association, dated 1887. It features a drinking fountain at one end within an ogee-shaped gable. The front is inscribed with 'METROPOLITAN DRINKING FOUNTAIN & CATTLE TROUGH ASSOCIATION', while the back reads '20th JUNE 1887/ERECTED BY THE INHABITANTS OF CHISLEHURST'. Currently, the cattle trough is used as a planting bed. It is believed to be in its original location, although it may have been reassembled during previous roadworks.

The Metropolitan Drinking Association was established in 1859 by Samuel Gurney MP. In 1867, in response to growing national concerns for animal welfare, the Metropolitan Drinking Fountain Association began installing water troughs for cattle, leading to the addition of 'Cattle Trough' to its title.

This granite cattle trough is an attractive example of Victorian street furniture, reflecting the charitable and civic values of the period. It is thought to remain in its original location.