Public art & sculpture · London
Shepherd by John Cheere
In or near Thames Ditton.
Shepherd by John Cheere in England London, United Kingdom.
Anthony O'Neil — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Kew Gardens · 0.8 km
- Paid entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
About
Shepherd by John Cheere is a public sculpture in England London, United Kingdom, dating from 1760. 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 Kew Explorer land train offers a gentle way to explore the Kew Gardens, showcasing a diverse collection of plants across its UNESCO World Heritage site. Visitors can hop on and off at various stops to see highlights such as the Palm House, Temperate House, and the Great Pagoda.
Place summary
Shepherd by John Cheere is a public art piece located in London, established in 1760. This sculpture reflects the artistic style of the 18th century and contributes to the city's historical landscape.
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- Coordinates
- 51.4745, -0.2957
- District
- Richmond upon Thames
- Parish
- Richmond upon Thames, unparished area
- Postcode
- TW9 2AA
- Parliamentary constituency
- Richmond Park
- Established
- 1760
- Nearest railway station
- Kew Gardens — 0.8 km
- Opening
- Daily from 11am
- Official site
- www.kew.org
Sources
- wikidata: Q134429859 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Shepherd by John Cheere?
- Shepherd by John Cheere is in London, United Kingdom (postcode TW9 2AA), in the parish of Richmond upon Thames, unparished area.
- What is Shepherd by John Cheere?
- Shepherd by John Cheere in England London, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Shepherd by John Cheere?
- The nearest railway station is Kew Gardens, about 0.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode TW9 2AA.
- When was Shepherd by John Cheere built?
- Built or established in 1760.
- Is Shepherd by John Cheere free to visit?
- Yes, Shepherd by John Cheere is free to enter.
- How do I get to Shepherd by John Cheere?
- The nearest railway station is Kew Gardens, about 0.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode TW9 2AA.