Natural landmarks · South Wales
Helwick Lightship
In or near Swansea.
Helwick Lightship — Public artwork (installation) by Robin Campbell (designer), Philip Chatfield (sculptor).
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Swansea · 1.3 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Helwick Lightship is a place of interest in the United Kingdom. Wikidata describes it as: "Public artwork (installation) by Robin Campbell (designer), Philip Chatfield (sculptor).". Coordinates: 51.6141°, -3.9404°.
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Official information
The Helwick Lightship is a public art installation in Swansea, part of a series of sculptures that celebrate the city's maritime history. It features four 10-meter high panels made of Portland stone, depicting various nautical themes and elements related to the area's heritage.
Place summary
Helwick Lightship is located in South Wales, within the parish of Waterfront. It serves as a notable maritime landmark in the area. The lightship is a distinctive type of vessel used for navigation, marking the Helwick Sands.
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- Coordinates
- 51.6141, -3.9404
- District
- Swansea
- Parish
- Waterfront
- Postcode
- SA1 1YW
- Parliamentary constituency
- Swansea West
- Nearest railway station
- Swansea — 1.3 km
- Official site
- web.archive.org
Sources
- osm: n6993172509 (ODbL)
- wikipedia: List of public art in Swansea (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Helwick Lightship?
- Helwick Lightship is in South Wales, United Kingdom (postcode SA1 1YW), in the parish of Waterfront.
- What is Helwick Lightship?
- Helwick Lightship — Public artwork (installation) by Robin Campbell (designer), Philip Chatfield (sculptor).
- How do I get to Helwick Lightship?
- The nearest railway station is Swansea, about 1.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode SA1 1YW.
- Is Helwick Lightship free to visit?
- Yes, Helwick Lightship is free to enter.
- How do I get to Helwick Lightship?
- The nearest railway station is Swansea, about 1.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SA1 1YW.