Coronation: Ancient Cambridge Tree Lit Up By Pedal-Power

An ancient pine tree in Cambridge was lit up with 12,500 lights powered by eco-bikes during the King’s Coronation Concert celebrations.

The black pine – Pinus nigra – at Cambridge University Botanic Garden is believed to be at least 175 years old.

The bikes were ridden by students, garden staff and volunteers to create a kinetic power display.

The display was part of a live sequence called Lighting Up The Nation, and took part at 10 locations across the UK.

The Cambridge display was intended to highlight the King’s commitment to green energy and conservation, the garden said.

Its director, Beverley Glover, said being chosen as one of the locations was “a great honour”.