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Burnley, Lancashire

The 'Singing Ringing Tree' is one of four 'panopticon' artworks located within Pennine Lancashire. A panopticon is defined as a structure, space or device which allows a panoramic view. This one is to be found at Crown Point, high on the moors overlooking the town of Burnley. The 'tree' is a three metre tall musical sculpture designed to represent a natural wind blown tree such as a hawthorn, often seen in moorland. The galvanised steel pipes catch the westerly winds and produce an eerie melodic sound, which is said to be most effective in a moderate breeze rather than a strong wind. The sculpture was designed by architects Mike Tonkin and Anna Lui. The idea behind these artworks is to attract people into the countryside to enjoy the landscapes.
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Photographer: © David Swann (Gallery)Premier Member! Click for more info..(9th February 2015)

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Comment by rustyruth(9th February 2015)

I must look out for this next time I'm over that way. Very interesting and a nicely taken shot.

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Comment by Vince Hawthorn(9th February 2015)

Splendid colour and sharpness of this interesting structure and it's place in the landscape.

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Comment by Dave John(9th February 2015)

A very interesting piece of sculpture. Saw it on a TV programme not to long ago, can't remember which one. Be nice to visit some day

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Comment by Colin Jones(10th February 2015)

Great photo and interesting facts

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Comment by Anthony Ladds(10th February 2015)

it looks very striking, I'd love to hear it one day, thanks for the interesting information David.

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Comment by euroscapePremier Member! Click for more info..(10th February 2015)

Very interesting this sculpture love to hear and see one day. Thanks for showing.

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Comment by Rod BurkeyPremier Member! Click for more info..(16th March 2015)

Great, with lovely saturation and it's razor sharp. I must go and have a look and listen!

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Comment by Edward Lever(17th March 2015)

I agree with Rod, excellent image. Shame it's not possible to embed its sound with the image.

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Comment by Ken Ince(18th March 2015)

Most interesting and good narrative. Wish it was a bit nearer to Peterborough. Good shot.

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Comment by Rod BurkeyPremier Member! Click for more info..(6th April 2015)

Just "found" this. It's superb.

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Camera Make: Canon Model: Canon EOS 7D
Exposure Program: Aperture Priority, Focal length: 10 mm, Aperture: f 9, ISO: 400, Exposure time: 1/125 sec, Metering Mode: Multi-Segment, Exposure Bias: -0.33333333333333 EV
Date/Time Creation: March 24, 2014, 11:46 am
ImageID:1195262, Image size: 3200 x 2400 pixels

This image is available to purchase and is part of our Burnley Stock Photos Collection.