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The population, which includes Sydenham, in 1851 was 15,064. St. Mary's church was rebuilt in 1774; it is a handsome structure, with tower and yery beautiful portico, which is generally admired, There is an episcopal chapel; also places of worship for the various denominations of dissenters. Rushey Green and Cockshed are hamlets, one mile south; Perry Hill and Perry Slough, two miles south. <a href="southend.shtml"> South End</a> is a large hamlet belonging to Lewisham, four miles south, and two miles from Sydenham railway station. <br /> <br /> POST-OFFICES - Receiving House (north), Edward Clift, Lee Bridge. Receiving <br /> House (south), Robert Patch. Receiving House (South End), Ann Pledger <br /> <br /> PLACES OF WORSHIP<br /> <br /> St. Mary's Church.- Hon. and Rev. Henry Legge, Vicar. <br /> Episcopal Chape], South End. - Rev. R. S. 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