1. "Melissa's Swing" by Peter Appleton
Forest of Dean Sculpture Trail
BEECHENHURST LODGE Speech House Road. nr. COLEFORD FOREST OF DEAN GL16 7EG
Telephone: w: 01594 833057 m: 07775938500
Email: info@forestofdean-sculpture.org.uk
Website: www.forestofdean-sculpture.org.uk
The Forest of Dean Sculpture Trail starts at Beechenhurst Lodge in the heart of the Forest and is 7km (4.5miles) long. It takes 2-3 hours to walk, although there are short cuts whch may be taken if desired. It is a walk that will captivate the imagination and stimulate awareness of this beautiful natural environment. The Trail, which was established in 1986, focuses on contemporary, context - led sculptures. NEW WORK 2008 by Annie Cattrell, international artist entitled "Echo". This work is a direct cast from the surface of a Forest quarry, a dimensional impression of roots rocks and pine needles. There is no admission charge - but there is a charge for car parking (season tickets available). Refreshments are to be found in the Beechenhurst Lodge Cafe, also great kids/adventure play area, gift shop, visitor information point and toilets. Open 7 days. The guide to the trail and sculptures can be purchased in the Cafe or in the Tourist Information Centres in the Forest of Dean. 'Phone to check disabled access and dog entry. The Sculpture Trust is developing its' outreach programme, an information pack and teachers pack (KS3) available soon. email or 'phone for details from the Project Director. The Trail is managed in partnership by The Forest of Dean Sculpture Trust and The Forestry Commission. The Charitable Trust fundraises for commissions and selects the artists. The Forestry Commission maintains the sculptures, trail and associated facilities.
diverse range
From huge stained glass window to bamboo.
'Phone for info. re. ongoing activities in the Forest and for teachers packs.
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