Bystanders took photos of the scene as the helicopter took off (Photo: Andy Jones CAG Photography)Bystanders took photos of the scene as the helicopter took off (Photo: Andy Jones CAG Photography)
Bystanders took photos of the scene as the helicopter took off (Photo: Andy Jones CAG Photography)

Jaw-dropping photos show helicopter rebuilding transmitter on Yorkshire's Emley Moor Mast - the tallest freestanding structure in UK

The Grade II-listed building in West Yorkshire is the tallest freestanding structure in the UK, and the 24th tallest tower in the world.
By Caroline Howley
Published 8th Jun 2021, 13:38 BST
Updated 8th Jun 2021, 17:01 BST

A helicopter was photographed lifting parts up to the top of the Emley Moor Mast on June 7 as work starts to rebuild the transmitter. Take a look through these incredible photos.

The work is taking place to rebuild the transmitter, which began to transmit in 1971

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The work is taking place to rebuild the transmitter, which began to transmit in 1971 Photo: Picture Credit: Andy Jones CAG Photography

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The helicopter lowers the part onto the top of the tower

6. Bullseye

The helicopter lowers the part onto the top of the tower Photo: Andy Jones CAG Photography

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The tower is in the village of Emley, in between Huddersfield and Wakefield

7. Yorkshire landmark

The tower is in the village of Emley, in between Huddersfield and Wakefield

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A close up of the chopper as it worked on the tower

8. Close up

A close up of the chopper as it worked on the tower Photo: Picture Credit: Andy Jones CAG Photography

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