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 The Water Tower in Cardiff Central Station is a distinctive historical structure located next to the main railway station. It was built in the late 19th century and served as a water reservoir for steam trains. The tower is made of red brick with decorative yellow brickwork and features a high conical roof topped with a metal finial. The Water Tower in Cardiff Central Station / Colin Smith  Although it is no longer used for its original purpose, the Water Tower still stands as an iconic landmark in the area. It serves as a reminder of the industrial heritage of the railway system in Cardiff and Wales. The tower is a Grade II listed building and is considered an important part of the city's architectural and historical heritage.While it is not accessible to the public, visitors can admire the Water Tower from the outside when visiting Cardiff Central Station. Its unique design and prominent location make it an interesting sight for both locals and tourists passing through the area.

 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, and is reputed to be the oldest remaining water tower in the country. The tower is built in the Romanesque Revival style, constructed of coursed, squared sandstone, and arranged in a square plan. The tower is 25 metres (82 ft) tall and has a capacity of 100,000 gallons (450,000 L) of water. Tower Hill Water Tower / PC78 The tower was taken out of service in the 1960s and has been unused since. In recent years, there have been a number of proposals for the future use of the tower, including converting it into a restaurant, a hotel, or a visitor attraction. The Tower Hill Water Tower is a Grade II  listed building and is a significant piece of Ormskirk's industrial heritage.

  Tonwell Water Tower is a 23-meter tall, disused water tower sitting in the beautiful countryside of East Hertfordshire. Built in 1964, the cast concrete structure is a wonderful example of Brutalist architecture. Tonwell Water Tower / Author : C2 The tower has a capacity of 50,000 gallons and was built by the Lee Valley Water Company to provide the village of Tonwell and the neighbouring Sacombe estate with clean water at constant pressure. The tower was decommissioned in 2015 and was sold at auction in 2018. It is currently being converted into a four-bedroom, four-bathroom, domestic residence. The conversion is due to be completed in 2023. The tower is a striking and unique landmark and is sure to be a popular tourist attraction once the conversion is complete.

 The Tilehurst Water Tower is a historic landmark located in Tilehurst, Berkshire, England. It was built in 1931 as part of the Reading Waterworks Company's network to supply drinking water to the town of Reading. The water tower stands at a height of 41 meters (135 feet) and has a cylindrical shape with a domed top. It is made of reinforced concrete and was designed in the Art Deco style, which was popular during the early 20th century. The tower is adorned with decorative features, such as geometric patterns and an ornamental entrance doorway. Tilehurst Water Tower / Roger Templeman Originally, the tower held 750,000 gallons of water, which was pumped from the nearby Sulham Reservoir. It was responsible for maintaining the water pressure in the area and supplying clean water to the residents of Tilehurst and other nearby areas. In 1977, the water tower was decommissioned as a water storage facility due to technological advancements in the water supply system. It was then converte

  Norton Water Tower is a Grade II  listed building that was built between 1888 and 1892. It is 30 metres (98 ft) tall and has a diameter of 25 metres (82 ft). The tower is constructed from red sandstone and has a cast iron tank with a capacity of 650,000 gallons.  Norton Water Tower / Public Domain The tower was designed by George F. Deacon, the Chief Engineer of the Liverpool Corporation Waterworks Department. It was built as a balancing reservoir on the water pipeline between Lake Vyrnwy in North Wales and Liverpool. The tower is still in use today and is owned and operated by United Utilities. Norton Water Tower is a prominent landmark in the Runcorn area and can be seen from many miles around. It is a popular spot for walkers and cyclists, and there is a public footpath that leads to the base of the tower. The tower is also a popular location for photographers, as it offers panoramic views of the town and surrounding countryside.

 Jumbo Water Tower is a water tower at Balkerne Gate in Colchester, Essex. The tower was given the derisive nickname Jumbo after a London Zoo elephant by the Reverend John Irvin in 1882, who was concerned that the tower was overshadowing his nearby rectory at St Mary at the Walls. Jumbo Water Tower / Ritchie Hicks The tower was listed as a Grade II listed building by English Heritage in 1971 The water tower was built to supply Colchester with drinking water and for fire fighting purposes. The tower for the gravity water supply was designed by Charles Clegg (c.1855-1904), the town's surveyor and engineer. After twenty months of construction, the tower was completed in 1882 and opened on 27 September 1883. After an earthquake in 1888, cracks appeared in the structure and it was therefore reinforced with tie rods. In 1895, new pumps and pipes were installed so that the water tower could supply the city with water throughout the day (until then, only six hours a day).   In 1894 and 190

 Grimsby Dock Tower is a hydraulic accumulator tower and naval landmark at the entrance to the Royal Dock at Grimsby, in north-east Lincolnshire, England. It was completed on March 27, 1852, based on William Armstrong's idea for a hydraulic accumulator to house a Template:Convert/impgal reservoir at a height of 200 feet (61 m), which was used to supply hydraulic power to Grimsby dock equipment. The extreme height of the tower was necessary to achieve sufficient pressure, and as a result the tower can be seen for miles around, even far inland on the north bank of the River Humber in some villages such as Patrington. Grimsby Dock Tower / David Wright The tower was built to provide water pressure to power hydraulic equipment (cranes, sluice gates and locks) at Grimsby Docks. The tower was built to carry the tank 200 feet (61 m) above ground with a direct feed to the machinery. Small pumps filled the tank while hydraulic mechanisms pumped out the water. The tower system was put into se