In the late 19th century, piped water was provided in the village of Deanshanger and several standpipes were installed around the village. These were supplied with gravity-fed water via underground pipes. Villagers could then collect water in buckets, from the standpipes for use within their homes. A standpipe stood on this site providing the residents with running water until the mid-20th century. It was cast iron and manufactured by the E&H Roberts foundry in the village.
The standpipe you see today was erected by the Deanshanger Village Heritage Society in 2016.