How much is the London water tower on Grand Designs worth?
T he Grand Designs water tower in Kennington, that once supplied the workhouse that Charlie Chaplin lived in as a child, has finally been sold after the price was slashed from £3.6 million to £2.75 million — Homes and Property can exclusively reveal.
Where is Kennington watertower?
Location: Kennington Water Tower, Dryden Court, Renfrew Road, Kennington, London, SE11 4NH.
Does London have water towers?
Water towers are common around London suburbs.
Are there water towers in the UK?
Water Towers of Britain is a timely record of an important part of Britain’s engineering heritage (water towers are steadily being demolished and few are now being built).
Where was the water tower in Grand Designs?
Owners of a nine storey water tower which featured in the Grand Designs TV programme have knocked almost £2million from the original asking price after putting the property up for sale. The converted Victorian water tower, on the site of the former Lambeth workhouse in Kennington, south London, is now on the market for £4.75million.
When was the water tower in London built?
The £3.6million home was built in a 100ft water tower built in 1867 and was extended with a stunningly modern, two-storey glass cube. The water tower is local landmark, especially since its conversion was featured in a nailbiting episode of Grand Designs.
Is the water tower in London on Airbnb?
Situated close to the centre of London, it may not come as a surprise to know that The Grand Designs Water Tower was once featured on Channel 4’s Grand Designs TV show! A room in this water tower is currently available on Airbnb and is located on the 7th floor of the property.
How big is the water tank in Grand Designs?
It now features the largest sliding doors in the UK, nine floors, and a water tank which once held 38,000 gallons of water. The 100ft tower also boasts 360 degree views across the capital. It featured on the popular Channel 4 TV series Grand Designs, hosted by Kevin McCloud, in the 100th episode of the show.