A large scale public artwork is coming to Northumberland National Park this summer as part of the celebrations for the Hadrian's Wall 1900 Festival.
Named APERTURA, the artwork is set against the backdrop of the picturesque Walltown Country Park near Greenhead on the border of Northumberland and Cumbria. The sonic sculpture is made up of 1900 copper wind chimes, with the aim of creating an evolving soundscape with the everchanging breeze.
Said to be inspired by the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Hadrian's Wall and the stunning landscapes of Northumberland National Park, the designers hope APERTURA will frame and provide a new viewpoint to this section of the Wall, inviting audiences to experience a constantly changing, interactive spectacle of shimmering light and sound.
