Wonders of Weston is a programme of six public artworks newly commissioned for the seaside town of Weston-super-Mare in North Somerset in South West England. It is produced by Situations in association with Field Art Projects. The programme is funded by the Commission for Architecture and the Built Environment’s Sea Change programme and managed by North Somerset Council as part of Sea Change in Weston-super-Mare.
To find out more about North Somerset Council's Sea Change programme, please click here.
Nominate your
Wonder of Weston
Alongside the six new artworks, we are seeking your nomination for the Seventh Wonder of Weston. You can choose something small-scale or grand, personal or public, a famous landmark or hidden gem – the choice is yours!
* * *Worlebury Hill Fort
David Nisbet highlights Worlebury Hill Fort that shows evidence of life 2,500 years ago.
The sea wall
Nick Goff’s Seventh Wonder is the sea wall because it marks the great Victorian achievement of taming nature.
Prince Consort Gardens
Dean Harris nominates Prince Consort Gardens for its wonderful views of the islands of Flat Holm, Steep Holm and Birnbeck.
Steep Holm Island
Joy Wilson’s Seventh Wonder of Weston is Steep Holm Island, for its peace and tranquillity.
The Grand Pier
Alice Miller chooses The Grand Pier as an iconic landmark of Weston-super-Mare and the traditional seaside town.
Milton Road Cemetery
Zoe Clements has grown to love Milton Road Cemetery for its history and serenity.
Grove Park
Nick Georgiades highlights Grove Park as a beautiful oasis in the centre of town.
The sand
Nick Yates nominates Weston-super-Mare’s sand because it is constantly altered by the tide and weather.
