Sculpture by the Lakes in Dorset

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If you love art and the outdoors, this is a must-do activity for you! This beautiful 26-acre park and garden have been described as one of the most beautiful and unique parks in the UK. The park has a beautiful natural river landscape with monumental outdoor sculptures. It is the combination of art and landscape that inspires sculpture by the lakes

Where can I find the Sculpture by the Lakes?

Located on 26 acres of Dorset’s glorious countryside lies Sculpture by the Lakes.

It is an oasis for art lovers and collectors alike created by renowned sculptor Simon Gudgeon and his wife, Monique. The exhibition holds indoor and outdoor sculptures by over 30 top sculptors. The gallery café is open to visitors serving delicious cakes, light meals, coffee and tea.

Entrance: £12.50
Winter opening: Tues-Sat: 10am- 5pm
Summer opening: Wed-Sun: 10am-5pm

Scultpture by the Lakes

Pallington
Dorchester
Dorset
South West England
DT2 8QU

Email: [email protected]
Website: sculpturebythelakes.co.uk

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