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Combine graveyard 28685_054
Scrapyard at Battle Bridge, Northumberland. This is the largest breakers of combine harvesters in the UK. Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places. © Historic England Archive
Media ID 19601747
Filename: 28685_054.jpg
Size: 6048 x 4032 (14.3MB)
Date: 30th October 2019
Source: Historic England
Credit: A© Historic England Archive. Dav
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Urgency (1-8) 5=normal: 5
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: images.historicenglandservices.org.uk
Job Title: Photographer
Agriculture Landscape Recycling Waste
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This aerial photograph, titled "Combine graveyard 28685_054" captures a mesmerizing scene at the Battle Bridge scrapyard in Northumberland. Stretching as far as the eye can see, this vast expanse is home to the largest collection of discarded combine harvesters in the United Kingdom. The landscape is transformed into an intriguing tapestry of agriculture, waste, and recycling. Dave MacLeod's lens skillfully captures the magnitude of this unique location from above. Rows upon rows of these once-mighty machines now lay dormant, their mechanical prowess silenced forever. Each combine harvester holds within it a story of hard work and dedication on countless fields across Britain. The image evokes a sense of nostalgia for those familiar with these agricultural giants while simultaneously raising questions about our consumption patterns and environmental impact. It serves as a reminder that even machinery designed to enhance productivity eventually succumbs to obsolescence. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, this photograph prompts us to reflect on our responsibility towards sustainable practices in agriculture and waste management. It urges us to consider how we can minimize our ecological footprint by embracing innovative recycling methods or exploring alternative uses for retired equipment. "Combine graveyard 28685_054" invites viewers into an extraordinary world where nature reclaims what was once man-made progress—a thought-provoking testament to both human ingenuity and its consequences on our planet's delicate balance.
