Blue Bell Beck Touchstone
RUSS COLEMAN
Our island was sculpted by ice when the planet warmed, so receding glaciers left erratics. Stones from another place further north were carried along in the ice. Ancient time travellers that helped shape this place. The artist sculpts and polishes the stones to reveal their true beauty.
Delicate yet robust each piece gives visitors a direct connection to the land on which they stand.
The piece is etched with words
‘Walking sleepy circles at Blue Bell Beck, Pan and Peg will get you, if you’re not quick’
How it works
use the map to find the sculpture
Take a rubbing from the steel plaque in the passport booklet
post a picture of your rubbing or a selfie with the sculpture
How many can you collect?
Care to share?
Upload your photos to Instagram, Facebook or Twitter. #teessculpturetrail
Did you Know?
A gentle meandering waterway feeding the River Tees – Blue Bell Beck flows through a grassed and wooded space and is particularly beautiful in the spring when the bluebells are out.
The route includes several footbridges to cross with the pathway along the beck, providing easy access and an excellent opportunity to explore nature.
To join the ‘Friends of Blue Bell Beck’ visit their Facebook page
Gallery - touchstone
images by Chris Chapman Visuals
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