Public art & sculpture · Yorkshire & the Humber
The Fisher of Dreams
In or near Askham Bryan.
The Fisher of Dreams in England Yorkshire, United Kingdom.
Martin Dawes — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Erskine Halt · 3.9 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
The Fisher of Dreams is a public sculpture in England Yorkshire, United Kingdom, dating from 2001. 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 Fisher of Dreams is part of the York Solar System model, which is a scale model of the Solar System spread over 6.4 miles. Visitors can walk or cycle along the route, enjoying the nature reserve and various features, including the Fisher of Dreams sculpture.
Place summary
The Fisher of Dreams is a public art installation located in Yorkshire, established in 2001. This work contributes to the contemporary art landscape of the region.
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- Coordinates
- 53.9112, -1.0915
- District
- York
- Parish
- Acaster Malbis
- Postcode
- YO23 2XB
- Parliamentary constituency
- York Outer
- Established
- 2001
- Nearest railway station
- Erskine Halt — 3.9 km
- Official site
- www.york.ac.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q116913349 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Fisher of Dreams?
- The Fisher of Dreams is in Yorkshire, United Kingdom (postcode YO23 2XB), in the parish of Acaster Malbis.
- What is The Fisher of Dreams?
- The Fisher of Dreams in England Yorkshire, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to The Fisher of Dreams?
- The nearest railway station is Erskine Halt, about 3.9 km away. Drivers can use postcode YO23 2XB.
- When was The Fisher of Dreams built?
- Built or established in 2001.
- Is The Fisher of Dreams free to visit?
- Yes, The Fisher of Dreams is free to enter.
- How do I get to The Fisher of Dreams?
- The nearest railway station is Erskine Halt, about 3.9 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode YO23 2XB.