Tower Hill Water Tower

West Lancashire, United Kingdom

Exterior only

Visible from the street; the inside is private.

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Tower Hill Water Tower in Ormskirk, Lancashire, is a disused water infrastructure landmark built in 1853–4 for the local board of health. Designed in Romanesque Revival style, it is reputed to be the oldest surviving water tower in England. Situated on the east side of Tower Hill, it was designated Grade II* listed in 1976 and currently appears on the Heritage at Risk Register. The surrounding land has served as allotments since the mid-twentieth century.