The highest point in Manchester

The highest point in Manchester
Thehighest point in Manchester and this might not seem real,Isn'thigh up top some skyscraper or on the Manchester wheel,Itisn't on Old Trafford's roof although that'd be a lark,It'spositioned on a hilltop in good, old, fashioned Heaton Park.
Becausethe earl of Wilton, from many moons gone by,Wantedan observatory tower somewhere way up high,Somewhereto use the telescope he'd bought from London town,Aplace to watch the planets and the stars all move around.
Sohe built a small rotunda room of columns to house his treat,Atiny little domed-roof house with built-in fire for some heat,Alittle lantern on its roof made sure the light was ample,Delightedwith his hilltop house he called it simply The Temple.
Childrenfind it magical, a tiny round house on the hill,Artistslike to paint there to accentuate their skill,It'shigher than City Tower, the Arndale and the Hilton too,Soif you ever need the higher ground you know just what to do.
Thecity dances on the horizon in a blurry, summer haze,Providingthe perfect backdrop to think how to change your ways,Anideal place for being thoughtful, so if you need to be reflective, Join the Earl up highin his Temple to think and gain perspective.


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