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A distinctive Devon water tower overlooking National Trust land is up for auction and could be yours for under £40,000.

Broadclyst Water Tower is an iconic disused water tower situated within the countryside close to the village of Broadclyst.

Occupying a site of around 0.29 acres and surrounded by a number of mature Poplar trees, the tower is on the market with property specialists Greenslade Taylor Hunt for an auction guide price of just £39,950.

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However, anyone interested in buying the tower will need to be quick if they want to snap up this unique property offering as the online auction closes at 12noon on Friday, December 13.

The landmark building is believed to have been built in the 1940s to serve the village. It continued in service until 2008.

Around five miles from Exeter, the concrete tower stands at around 16.12m high. With pedestrian access at its base, the structure has a ladder ascending through the main former water tank section and up to the roof. The tank section extends to about 225 cubic metres, with an internal diameter of around 9.44m.

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Vendors South West Water have put the site up for sale and will fully decommission the pipework within the boundaries of the property within six months of completion of the sale.

Graeme Biffen, of Greenslade Taylor Hunt, said: “The sale of the now disused Broadclyst Water Tower affords an excellent and rare opportunity to acquire this striking and iconic structure.

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“The property may have potential for alternative uses – it certainly has the look of a Grand Designs project. However, it is essential to consult the local planning authority, East Devon District Council, regarding alternative uses, which may be subject to obtaining any necessary consents or approvals.”

For more details and to arrange a viewing please contact Greenslade Taylor Hunt in Tiverton on 01884 243000.

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