Located to the west of north warehouse the now derelict hydraulic tower built in 1848 and now Grade II listed stands.
Constructed from rubble-granite blocks, a tall octagonal tower with castellated top and a round chimney; with arrow slit openings housed a large accumulator.
Attached, a 5-bay pump-house with a Tudor arched entrance and windows.
Here a stationary steam engine powered a pump to keep the accumulator charged.
Designed to store water under pressure, the water was then used to supply hydraulic power to capstans, lifting machinery and presses around the dock.
I have passed by here many times and never bothered to look in, so last night a flying visit for a few pics, a rushed job really so apologies for the shoddy pict0rs.
Pumphouse
Spiral Stairwell Inside Tower
Turret
Chimney/Bascule Bridge/Tobacco Warehouse
Accumulator
Outta Here - Crumbling sandstone stairwell
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