ONE of Hampshire's best-known follies has gone on the market for more than £2 million.

The 14-storey Sway Tower, which provides panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, was the first building in Britain to be made of non-reinforced concrete.

It contains 14 rooms, including four en-suite bedrooms, and has a spiral staircase leading to the top.

The landmark structure was given listed building status in 1975. It was built in 1879 by Judge Andrew Peterson, an eccentric Yorkshireman who made his fortune in India and wanted a centrepiece for his Hampshire estate.

According to local legend Judge Peterson - a spiritualist - consulted a medium and made contact with legendary architect Sir Christopher Wren, who encouraged him to build the folly.

The structure can be seen from much of the New Forest and most of the western Solent.

Buildings at the base of the 200ft tower include two reception rooms, an indoor swimming pool, a garage and a tennis court. Sway Tower is being marketed by Lymington-based estate agents John D Wood & Co.

Sales director Hayley Kemish said: "This is a unique opportunity to acquire an iconic New Forest landmark that affords unsurpassed panoramic views over the surrounding countryside, the Solent and Isle of Wight."