Sculpture Gardens
New in the Sculpture Garden
New works are continually being added to the ever-changing sculpture park. Amongst ten acres of gardens are over 300 sculptures by more than 60 international sculptors.
See a gallery of new sculpture pictures
National Sculpture Prize 2010
The Broomhill Art and Sculpture Foundation launched a brand new and unique national sculpture competition at the end of 2009, set to provide an exciting challenge for new and emerging UK based artists.
With the ten finalists to be selected in February by a judging panel, including internationally renowned sculptors Robert Bradford, Sandy Brown, Giles Penny, Peter Randall-Page, Mike Roles, the Foundation looks forward to exposing raw talent as we witness proposed ideas develop into inspiring and celebrated finished pieces at the final outdoor exhibition, beginning in May 2010.
New installation 2009
Le Vernissage
From 01 Jun 09
An exciting new outdoor installation of sculptural silhouettes shaped in steel with ceramic figures on the floodplain at Broomhill from the talented French artist Alain Kurylo.
Shona Stone Sculptures
We have created a completely new garden section this year, displaying a collection of Zimbabwean Shona sculptures.
A beautiful, polished collection of Stone or ‘Shona’ sculptures are now on display to the public. Zimbabwean stone sculpture is a truly contemporary force that has been combined successfully with an ancient cultural heritage. Although Broomhill cannot offer the warm African climate of Zimbabwe, this collection provides a sweet taste of African culture and history, with powerfully human themes such as family, tribal ancestors, the transformation of animals into human form and the activity of daily life —working, dancing, thinking, resting, or being at peace.
Twenty-five sculptures, varied in theme, sit alongside newly formed paths at the highest point of the Broomhill Sculpture Park.
2008 Installation by Laury Dizengremel
Artists of the Silk Road
After a busy year in 2007, having been commissioned by the ATP (governing body of the men’s professional tennis circuit) to create sculptures of the best eight tennis players in the world as ‘Tennis Terracotta Warriors’ Laury Dizengremel has created a new installation for Broomhill. The installation will be a follow-on from the current three large ‘Artists’ sculptures taking its audience further on the journey with the ‘Artists of the Silk Road’.
‘Welcome to the Third Millennium’
On The Court by Mike Roles
This is the first in a series of major shows at Broomhill as this celebration year represents the starting point for the development of three sites in the garden, enabling Broomhill to present their audience with a unique series of exhibitions, showcasing the work of independent artists and the Tenfold Collective.
New beginnings, new opportunities for change and for mankind to make the world a better place are upon us, and they are expressed in the form of Roles’ sculpture at Broomhill.
Accessibility
The Sculpture Garden is not on a level setting - the contours are artfully used to provide many points of view of the many pieces.
Since the landscaping strikes a balance between nature and organisation, there are parts that people with limited mobility may find challenging. Such people can still see most of the works of art, however, although they may not be able to approach them all as closely as others. This, some argue, is not a problem. See our Terms and Conditions.
Group Visits
Broomhill welcomes a variety of groups throughout the year, playing host to school trips, garden clubs, and art groups who all have a wonderful time exploring the beautiful gardens, viewing the array of artwork in the gallery and refueling at the award-winning Broomhill restaurant.
Children
The Sculpture Garden is an ideal place for children to learn about modern art and to experience large sculptures. We must ask that sculptures are not touched, climbed on, swung on or otherwise put under stress. They are works of art and as such are not designed with the same strength and stability as play equipment. Please be aware of the small lake and be sure you know where your children are at all times. See our Terms and Conditions.
Children must be supervised at all times by an adult. Any breakages must be paid for.
Dogs
Dogs are not discouraged in the Gardens. However, as with any excursion with your four-legged friend we would appreciate it if you came equipped to clean up if it should be necessary. Dogs are not permitted inside buildings at Broomhill.
