Natural landmarks · South Wales
The Copper Ore Barque
In or near Swansea.
The Copper Ore Barque — 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
The Copper Ore Barque is a place of interest in the United Kingdom. Wikidata describes it as: "Public artwork (installation) by Robin Campbell (designer), Philip Chatfield (sculptor).". Coordinates: 51.6143°, -3.9387°.
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Official information
The Copper Ore Barque is a public art installation in Swansea, consisting of a 10-meter high lighthouse sculpture made from Portland stone. It features panels that depict elements of Swansea's nautical history, including the copper ore barque Zeta and Halley's Comet.
Place summary
The Copper Ore Barque is located in the Waterfront parish of South Wales, postcode SA1. This structure is notable for its historical significance in maritime trade. Its designation reflects its importance in the region's industrial heritage.
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- Coordinates
- 51.6143, -3.9387
- District
- Swansea
- Parish
- Waterfront
- Postcode
- SA1 1YZ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Swansea West
- Nearest railway station
- Swansea — 1.3 km
- Official site
- web.archive.org
Sources
- osm: n6993172510 (ODbL)
- wikipedia: List of public art in Swansea (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Copper Ore Barque?
- The Copper Ore Barque is in South Wales, United Kingdom (postcode SA1 1YZ), in the parish of Waterfront.
- What is The Copper Ore Barque?
- The Copper Ore Barque — Public artwork (installation) by Robin Campbell (designer), Philip Chatfield (sculptor).
- How do I get to The Copper Ore Barque?
- The nearest railway station is Swansea, about 1.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode SA1 1YZ.
- Is The Copper Ore Barque free to visit?
- Yes, The Copper Ore Barque is free to enter.
- How do I get to The Copper Ore Barque?
- The nearest railway station is Swansea, about 1.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SA1 1YZ.