Water Tower At Approximately Grid Reference 465 047

The water tower, built in 1894 for the Wisbech Water Works Company, is constructed from common bricks, likely Flettons, with red brick dressings. It features a large square plan in a classical style, with a tall three-stage stepped base and three storeys above. The corners are accentuated by broad panelled pilasters, and each floor has a round-headed window set in a round-headed recess with imposts. The arches of the windows and recesses are made of red brick and have stone keystones. A large corbelled red brick cornice sits atop the structure, leading to a blind tank stage with similar pilasters, a smaller cornice, and a panelled blocking course at the top. The base includes a round arch doorway with a keyblock and a semi-circular fanlight featuring radiating bars, along with panelled double doors. The windows are fitted with cast-iron frames and margin glazing bars. Inside, the top stage houses a 100,000-gallon tank. The construction of this water tower was part of the 1884 Wisbech Water Order, which aimed to enhance the water supply for March and Chatteris.