Public art & sculpture · South Wales
Flying Figurehead
In or near Swansea.
Flying Figurehead — a public art in wales-south, United Kingdom.
Jaggery — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Swansea · 0.6 km
- Paid entry
- Dog-friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
About
Flying Figurehead is a public art located in wales-south, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
Photo gallery
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Official information
Plantasia Tropical Zoo is an indoor rainforest zoo located in Swansea City Centre, offering visitors a chance to explore a vibrant ecosystem filled with various animals and plants. Guests can engage in interactive experiences, including animal encounters and themed trails, making it a fun outing for families and animal lovers alike.
Place summary
The Flying Figurehead is a public art installation located in South Wales. It features a striking design that reflects maritime heritage, serving as a notable landmark in the area.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 51.6215, -3.9358
- District
- Swansea
- Parish
- Waterfront
- Postcode
- SA1 2AL
- Parliamentary constituency
- Neath and Swansea East
- Nearest railway station
- Swansea — 0.6 km
- Official site
- www.plantasiaswansea.co.uk
Sources
- osm: node/7131899543 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Flying Figurehead?
- Flying Figurehead is in South Wales, United Kingdom (postcode SA1 2AL), in the parish of Waterfront.
- What is Flying Figurehead?
- Flying Figurehead — a public art in wales-south, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Flying Figurehead?
- The nearest railway station is Swansea, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can use postcode SA1 2AL.
- Is Flying Figurehead free to visit?
- Yes, Flying Figurehead is free to enter.
- How do I get to Flying Figurehead?
- The nearest railway station is Swansea, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SA1 2AL.