Tilehurst Water Tower

water tower in Tilehurst, Reading, England, UK

Tilehurst Water Tower, also known as Park Lane Water Tower, is a distinctive water tower in Tilehurst was erected by Reading Borough Council in 1932. It is estimated to hold approximate 900,000 litres of water.[1]

Tilehurst Water Tower

It is considered to be a local landmark. It was built in addition to the Bath Road Reservoir. They are made to supply water to properties at a higher level than the earlier water tower. It is still in use and is owned by Thames Water plc. It has the transmitter for a local radio station called The Breeze.

References change

  1. Fort, Hugh (2017-05-27). "Take a look at the view from the top of Tilehurst Water Tower". BerkshireLive. Retrieved 2020-08-17.