North Hinksey Conduit House | English HeritageRoofed conduit for Oxford's first water mains, constructed in the early 17th century, it was part of a system designed to take drinking water from the springs at North Hinksey to the Carfax Conduit.Before You Go Access: Access to the conduit house is on foot only and is about a ten minute walk from the road. View details . Opening Times: Access to the interior of the conduit house is only possible during special events. The exterior is open 10am-4pm, https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/north-hinksey-conduit-house/