Public art & sculpture · Central Scotland
Caged peacock
In or near Kilcreggan.
Caged peacock in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
Thomas Nugent — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Greenock West · 0.4 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
Caged peacock is a public sculpture in Scotland Central, United Kingdom, dating from 1996. Britain's public art ranges from Henry Moore reclining figures and Anthony Gormley installations to the Angel of the North and the surviving statues of empire.
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Official information
The Watt Institution is a heritage attraction in Inverclyde, dedicated to showcasing the history and culture of the area. Visitors can explore diverse collections, engage with local history, and access archives for family research in a welcoming environment.
Place summary
The Caged Peacock is a public art installation located in central Scotland, established in 1996. This piece reflects contemporary artistic practices and engages with themes of confinement and freedom.
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- Coordinates
- 55.9507, -4.7664
- District
- Inverclyde
- Postcode
- PA16 8JX
- Parliamentary constituency
- Inverclyde and Renfrewshire West
- Phone
- +44 1475 715624
- Established
- 1996
- Nearest railway station
- Greenock West — 0.4 km
- Opening
- We-Sa 10:00-16:00; PH off
- Official site
- www.inverclyde.gov.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q136512780 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Caged peacock?
- Caged peacock is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode PA16 8JX).
- What is Caged peacock?
- Caged peacock in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Caged peacock?
- The nearest railway station is Greenock West, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode PA16 8JX.
- When was Caged peacock built?
- Built or established in 1996.
- Is Caged peacock free to visit?
- Yes, Caged peacock is free to enter.
- How do I get to Caged peacock?
- The nearest railway station is Greenock West, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode PA16 8JX.