which had belonged to John Brograve was on the site. In the mid 18th century, a mansion was built overlooking the lake. This was later rebuilt, extended or altered, circa 1835, before being demolished in 1921, and the grounds became Kelsey Park. The only surviving buildings are the two Grade II listed lodge cottages at the entrance, which are over 200 years old.

In 1876 Beckenham Cemetery opened (originally Crystal Palace District Cemetery),