.SIB.,, --In the interesting article under the above heading in the
Spectator of December 31st, 1904, the writer, in suggesting certain methods as to the disposal of Fulham Palace to the best advantage (assuming that London House is all-sufficient for the present needs of the Bishop of London), only but lightly touches on the idea of the same being made into a public park, and for this reason I cannot but think he can be hardly fully acquainted with the change that has recently taken place in the surrounding district. What was until only a year or so ago mere waste ground is now covered with bricks and mortar in the shape of small houses and flats. What a boon a park would be to the residents of these ! The Palace grounds appear admirably adapted for such a purpose, with the addition of the present recreation grounds immedi- ately adjoining; and I feel sure the London County Council, possibly in conjunction with Fulham. Borough Council, would be only too pleased to have the opportunity of pur- chase. The necessity of open spaces, now that London is so rapidly extending its boundary, cannot be too often referred to; and in this suggestion there does seem a possible oppor- tunity of utilising a most valuable property for the benefit of mankind. It would be, I think, scarcely necessary to pull down, or alter to any extent, the present Palace, as there would be, I presume, no difficulty in finding an adequate use for the buildings, and the more ancient and historical part might remain exactly as it is, and be open to the public similarly as are the State apartments of our Royal Palaces.—
I am, Sir, &c., G. T. W.
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