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A large figure, incorporating themes derived from consultations with local communities. These include a range of elements related to the history and character of Parkwood Springs area, such as woodland and deer park features, coppice workers' tools and domestic artefacts. designed as a gateway on the opposite side of the path is the companion piece, a shield embedded into a rock depicts the sculpture and carries an inscription.

Title

The Spirit of Parkwood

Date

2011

Medium

cast iron

Accession number

S5_JO_S122

Acquisition method

funded by Viridor Credits Landfill Communities Fund

Work type

Statue

Owner

Sheffield City Council

Custodian

Sheffield City Council

Work status

extant

Unveiling date

December 2011

Access

at all times

Inscription description

This Project has been / supported by / Virador Credits / with a donation under the / Landfill Communities Fund on companion shield: The Spirit of Parkwood Springs / A sculpture by Jason Thomson / inspired by the nature, history and people / who lived and worked at Parkwood Springs / FRIENDS OF PARKWOOD SPRINGS / www.parkwood-springs.org.uk / 1392 Deer Park / Industries 1840’s to 1970’s / Parkwood Village / 1200’s to 1800’s Shirtcliffe Hall ancient chappel / 1890’s charcoal burners cabin

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Cooks Wood Road, Sheffied

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The sculpture stands next to the entrance to Parkwood Springs country park, facing out over Cooks Wood Road, on the other side of gateway is a companion piece.