A live stream from the shore of the upper reservoir at Chellow Dean in Bradford. The site consists of two reservoirs which are surrounded by woodlands (oak, beech, ash) and suburban areas to the west of the city centre. 

Bradford Cooperation constructed the reservoirs in 1840s & 1850s in response to water shortages in the city. It is now maintained for recreational purposes.

Sounds may include migrating birds landing on water, morning walkers, and the distant engines of the city.

The stream is provided by collaborative duo, Turbynes, and will also be recorded and used as part of their upcoming project CHANNELS.

Part of the programme for the UK City of Culture in 2025, CHANNELS is an audio series inspired by three human-made bodies of water across Bradford District. 

The sound pieces have been made in response to each site and feature authentic voices, field recordings, and original music. Audiences will be able to tune into stories, soundscapes and musings - an invitation to slow down, listen and enjoy these unique places.

Turbynes have been working with the three locations over recent months, immersing themselves in an iterative process of sound recording (including ambisonic and hydrophonic), creative writing, music making, historical research, interviews, and collaborations with a variety of other local artists. The resulting artworks are a diverse collection of atmospheric listening experiences.

The project will go live on 31st May 2025. 

For more information on CHANNELS click here. 
Follow Turbynes on Instagram here.
Listen to the monthly radio show - The Turbynes Hour - here.