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Covid Response Monument
Covid Response Monument
Covid Response Monument
Covid Response Monument
Covid Response Monument
Covid Response Monument
Covid Response Monument
Covid Response Monument
Covid Response Monument

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The memorial features a circle of eight figures of people and two spirals representing the DNA double helix, collectively celebrating life. The steel elements are mounted on a central column on a hexagonal base.
Title

Covid Response Monument

Date

2023

Medium

Callow sandstone & steel

Accession number

SN5_PF_S307

Acquisition method

commissioned by Swindon Borough Council

Work type

Monument

Owner

Swindon Borough Council

Work status

extant

Unveiling date

24th March 2023

Access

at all times

Inscription description

This sculpture is placed in memory of / all the lives affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. / As we commemorate the lived that were lost, / we also honour the hard work and / dedication of all the key workers, professionals and / volunteers of the Borough who came together as one. / Through adversity, our community grew stronger together. / SWINDON BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Located at

Lydiard Park, Hay Lane, Swindon

SN5 5TR

Set in gardens outside the entrance to a Georgian walled garden behind and to the north of Lydiard House.