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The Aspire Tower University of Nottingham, Jubilee Campus Triumph Road / Ilkeston Road This sculpture / architectural feature was designed by Ken Shuttleworth (of London Gherkin fame), and was commissioned and funded by an anonymous benefactor to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the granting of the Royal Charter to the University It stands 60 metres high, weighs 845 tonnes, cost £800,000 and is covered in four different shades of red paint. The tower was officially topped off on 23rd June by the Vice Chancellor Sir Colin Campbell. I wonder how long it will take before the first students scale it ?
© Ray Teece 24-06-2008 NB00864 |
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