The Singing Ringing Tree, Burnley
19.01.2026
We are now able to share some of the suggested improvements for the Singing Ringing Tree project. Proposed changes include:
- Improving access from the car park to the Singing Ringing Tree, hopefully with a reasonably level route that can be accessed by wheelchairs and mobility scooters
- Improving the surfacing and furniture around the sculpture
- Providing new signage and interpretation
- Installing larger litter bins by the car park
- Providing new fencing and access gates
The Burnley Council and Worsthorne Estate team would love to find out what you think of these proposals.
They would also like to find out if you have any other suggestions that you would like to see included in the improvement plan. You can share your feedback by completing this very short survey: Singing Ringing Tree Consultation
If you have any questions about the project, please email Martin Proffitt
20.03.2025
Burnley Council have just announced the installation of a new etched stainless steel panorama at the Singing Ringing Tree. The new feature titled “What You Can See from the Singing Ringing Tree” provides visitors with an illustrated guide to the landmarks visible from the site. These include the distance of Turf Moor (4km), Pendle Hill (13km) and Coal Clough Wind Farm (4.9km), among others.
Read more about it here
Definitely worth a walk to take a look!
26.01.2025
A windy walk up to the amazing Singing Ringing Tree…click here to see the clip 🎥
Windy Day at Singing Ringing Tree
19.06.2024
To celebrate the sculpture’s 20th anniversary, Burnley Council is working in partnership with the Worsthorne Estate on a scheme to improve the area immediately around the fantastic ‘Singing Ringing Tree’. The unique panopticon sculpture is constructed from galvanised steel pipes stacked in layers, and uses wind energy to produce a low song. In June 2007, Singing Ringing Tree (designed by Mike Tonkin and Anna Liu) was named winner of a National Award for architectural excellence by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA).
The musical sculpture stands on a hill overlooking Burley, and is close to the Dunnockshaw Millennium Wood. From far and wide, the tree’s profile is visible on the horizon, appearing and disappearing in the mist. It’s a wonderful location, with lots of native trees and bird species to be observed along the way – so lots to get excited about!
