Tower Hill Water Tower
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Tower Hill Water Tower is a disused water tower and local landmark in Ormskirk, Lancashire, England. Situated on the east side of Tower Hill, it was built between 1853-4 for Ormskirk Local Board of Health,[1] and is reputed to be the oldest remaining water tower in the country.[2] It was awarded Grade II* listed status in 1976,[1] and is on the Heritage at Risk Register.[3] The area immediately surrounding the tower has been used as allotments since the mid 20th century.[4]
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Tower Hill Water Tower | |
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General information | |
Type | Water tower |
Architectural style | Romanesque Revival |
Location | Ormskirk, Lancashire |
Country | England |
Coordinates | 53.56954°N 2.87242°W / 53.56954; -2.87242 |
Construction started | 1853 |
Completed | 1854 |
Client | Ormskirk Local Board of Health |
Height | 17 m (56 ft) |
Listed Building – Grade II* | |
Official name | Water tower on Tower Hill |
Designated | 22 March 1976 |
Reference no. | 1197069[1] |
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