All projects
Artworks on the Lincoln to Boston cycle route
In addition to the unique viewing platforms central to the Hi-Views project, Sustrans has commissioned other works which are now in place at points along the Lincoln to Boston cycle route.
Bathing Beauties, Coastal Scheme
A project conceived by Artist Michael Trainor aimed at producing a linear gallery of dramatic new seaside architecture for a 10 mile stretch of the Lincolnshire Coast between Mablethorpe and Chapel St Leonards.
Billinghay Village Trail
At Billinghay, artists electricwig from Manchester have designed a village trail which passes through the village’s most significant spaces.
Binbrook Village Signs
As part of a wider scheme of enhancements at Binbrook, bespoke village signs have been designed using work produced by two local groups.
Boston Shoal
A shoal of stainless steel fish created by sculptor Diane Maclean for a new shopping development in the historic Silver Street area of Boston.
Car Dyke
Brighton based sculptor, Steve Gelliot was commissioned to create a series of pieces to be sited along the Car Dyke.
Carved Elm Sculpture by Martyn Barrett
Using a tree, the sculptor played in as a child, this piece is based upon the husk and seed of a wild oat.
Crowland
At Crowland, the public art scheme is a key part of a wider scheme to regenerate the village.
Crowland Trail
artsNK completed River Trail project featuring cast panels and photography and Charm Tree Sculpture.
DEN, Gainsborough
In progress, a creation of a small green/amenity space in the grounds of the church of St John the Divine, Gainsborough.
Donington
A key part of the environmental enhancement scheme in Donington Market Place was the creation of a full size bronze statue of Matthew Flinders, the Donington born explorer.
Every Street Matters
Every Street Matters aims to encourage high quality design and maintenance for Lincolnshire’s streets, whether they be urban,village or rural roads. There are many benefits to be gained by doing this, including improving quality of life for all who use Lincolnshire’s streets
Futuramas
Digitally enhanced photographs along the Boston – Antons Gowt cycle route by artist Adam O’Meara.
Guildhall Statue by Claire Curneen
Commissioned as part of the Arts Council “Museum Maker” initiative, contemporary ceramicist and sculptor Claire Curneen will create a terracotta statue for the West Window niche of the historic Guildhall.
Heckington Village Enhancement
Artist Ben Coode Adams from London has been involved in the enhancement scheme at Heckington Village Green.
Hi-views, Lincoln to Boston cycle route
Two viewing platforms rise high over the River Witham. As landmarks and gateways to the Water Rail Way, a long distance walking and cycling path between Boston and Lincoln, each structure supports a flight of stairs leading up to expansive views over the fens or the historic City of Lincoln...
In Progress - Alchemaic Garden
The Alchemaic Garden Project has been developed by Sally Davies and David Ashton Hill as a creative public space that is designed to capture and echo the natural sounds of the landscape and includes sculptural features, planting and seating.
In Progress - All Saints Primary School Gates, Waddington
Following a request to help improve their school entrance, artsNK have worked with All Saints Primary School in Waddington in the commissioning of a set of contemporary gates and fencing designed by the Lincoln based artist, designer and jewellery maker Richard Bett.
In Progress - Dream Towers
Two Brick Tower sculptures by Micheal Dan Archer featuring recordings of peoples dreams.
In Progress - Hi-views
Hi-views is a partnership with Sustrans, to create architectural features for the 40km stretch of the National Cycle Network and North Sea Cycle Route running between Lincoln and Boston, Lincolnshire.
In Progress - Metheringham Regeneration Scheme
Design team Electricwig have been commissioned to design a 'mind and body' space for the centre of Metheringham.
In Progress - North Kesteven - Village Regeneration
Final element of the scheme is the instalation of kinetic sculpture by Ben Coode Adams.
In Progress A Star is Born (In Mablethorpe)
A new star is about to be added to the Lincolnshire Night Sky. Hovering 14m above the top of the pullover 'The Star of the East' is a dramatic new art work specially commissioned for Mablethorpe.
Kirton Enhancement Scheme
The scheme focussed on enhancing the setting of the three most important buildings in the town (Town Hall, Church and War Memorial) with new paving and bespoke street furniture to add to the experience and understanding of people visiting them.
Len Medlock Voluntary Centre
Commissioned furniture for communal areas of the Len Medlock Voluntary Centre, which opened in November 1999.
Lincolnshire Small Market Towns Project
Part of the Town & Village Centre Enhancement programme, the aim of the first phase of this project was to improve the historical and cultural identity of seven small towns across the County.
Memorial Gardens Archway
Forged steel archway by artist blacksmith Matthew Fedden 1995. Commissioned by Boston Borough Council with financial support from the Eastern Arts Board and the St Hugh’s Foundation (winner of the St Hugh’s Environmental Art Design Award 1994). Memorial Gardens, Wide Bargate, Boston.
Nocton VillageTrail
The Nocton VillageTrail has been developed by a group of residents who recognised that this little village's story is both unique and valuable and has affected the history of Great Britian at various points over the years.
North Scarle
Village residents worked with artsNK to produce a series of panels that celebrate which they and pupils from the local school felt was distinctive and special about North Scarle.
North Thoresby Village Green
A Lincolnshire Small Market Towns Project, Alan Potter from Scotland has been involved in the enhancement works on the Village Green.
Pilgrim College - Another Chance - Malcolm Revill
Sculptural feature celebrating the life and work of Alan Champion (Warden of Pilgrim College, Boston 1947-1979) by Malcolm Revill.
Play Area Notice Boards
Notice boards for all of the play areas within the town of Boston designed by artist Richard Knight incorporating the drawings and paintings of local youngsters.
Poppies Skellingthorpe
The Poppies artwork along the route from Skellingthorpe to Lincoln was created by Simon Cutts as a sculptural version of his booklet/poem "A Short History of the Airfields of Lincolnshire", one of a series published by Simons Press.
Public Art as Signage - Louth
The Springside & Gatherums Community Group in association with Groundworks' Creative Regeneration Programme and Groundwork Lincolnshire have recruited artist Alma Tischler-Wood to produce a series of contemporary artworks that function as signage to inform, direct and draw attention to Springside and the Gatherums a small green space in the heart of Louth, which is largely 'hidden' from view.
Public Art in Libraries
When Lincoln Central Library was re-developed in the mid 1990’s, Arts Council funded a vaiety of public artworks through the National Lottery. Artists working on the pieces included Marie Brett, Graham Jones, Catrin Jones and Shirley Ross
Queen Street Sculptures
Located in a new retail development on the site of an old railway depot at Queen Street, Boston.
Rauceby
The "Sleeping Shepherd Seat" was carved by Simon Todd, this refers to an earlier age when the Rauceby landscape was grazed by sheep.
Ruskington Beck
Part of the Lincolnshire Small Market Towns Project, a Lincoln-based group of artists were responsible for the variety of designs and custom made street furniture that were created as part of the village regeneration scheme.
Saracen's Head Village
"Villagers and Visitors" features six life-size figures cast in resin iron, standing outside the village hall.
Sculpture by Paul Marc Davies
Sculptural feature by Paul Marc Davies within the foyer of the arts centre.
Senses trail at Whisby
The Senses trail at Whisby comprises of a series of cast and carved panels that frame original photographs.
Sleaford Pride
Along the river walk visitors will find a stainless steel sculpture feature by William Lasdun which represents a mast and sail on an angle in indicate an inland water way.
South Holland Centre Refurbishment
The refurbishment of the centre saw the commissioning of two major new works
South Holland Market Towns
A programme of environmental enhancement schemes has recently been completed in the South Holland area of the county, focussing on Crowland, Long Sutton, Sutton Bridge and Holbeach.
Springfields - Art in the Festival Gardens
Springfields - Art in the Festival Gardens. A collection of spectacular stainless steel sculptures throughout the landcaped gardens at Springfields.
St Mary's Guildhall Sculpture
Contemporary ceramicist and sculptor Claire Curneen has been commissioned by Boston Borough Council as part of the scheme to produce a piece for the west window niche of grade 1 listed building, St Mary’s Guildhall.
Star of the Sea Window
Created by artist Glenn Carter for St Nicholas Church , Skirbeck to mark the new millennium.
Tattershall Bridge Sculpture
The Tattershall Bridge Sculpture was inspired by a piece of civic jewellery which was commissioned in 2003.
The Collection Museum, Lincoln
The Collection Museum, formerly the City and County Museum - designed by Panter Hudspith Architects to house archaeological artifacts and will incorporate 3 major commissions.
The Louth Art Trail
Louth Town Council's commitment to The Louth Art Trail stems from an initiative by Councillor David Shephard who was concerned that the town had no public art.
Turning Tides, Riverside Gainsborough
Turning Tides Public Art celebrates the Heritage, culture and landscape of Gainsborough riverside, an area dominated by the presence of the River Trent and comprising of dramatic industrial buildings and sweeping natural floodplain.
Washingborough Village Trail
The Washingborough Village Trail represents a series of artworks that celebrate the villages' history and heritage.
Whaplode: A Village with Sculptures
Golden Harvest Sandstone sculpture depicting a family at rest after the harvest.
Wyberton Bus Shelters
A community mural project involving local artist Richard Knight working with members of Wyberton Youth Club.
Wyberton Community Mosaic
Huge (120’ x 6’) mosaic created by local people in Wyberton working with artists Sally Brown, Alison Walling and Bridget Askew.
