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The Great Britain Guide

Public art & sculpture · North West England

When Traffic Cones Take Root

In or near Lancaster.

Free admission

When Traffic Cones Take Root — a public art in england-north-west, United Kingdom.

Riverside Path by the M6, Lancaster - geograph.org.uk - 2057633

Chris Heaton — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2 h
Nearest railway station
Lancaster · 3.7 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

When Traffic Cones Take Root is a public art located in england-north-west, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.

Photo gallery

See it from the streetimagery from 2026

Imagery © Mapillary contributors, CC BY-SA 4.0

Place summary

"When Traffic Cones Take Root" is a public art installation located in North-West England. This unique work engages with urban themes and reflects on the use of everyday objects in artistic contexts. Its distinctive approach challenges perceptions of public space and art.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
54.0738, -2.7715
County
Lancashire
District
Lancaster
Parish
Quernmore
Postcode
LA2 9HG
Parliamentary constituency
Morecambe and Lunesdale
Nearest railway station
Lancaster3.7 km

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Frequently asked questions

Where is When Traffic Cones Take Root?
When Traffic Cones Take Root is in Lancashire, North-West England, United Kingdom (postcode LA2 9HG), in the parish of Quernmore.
What is When Traffic Cones Take Root?
When Traffic Cones Take Root — a public art in england-north-west, United Kingdom.
How do I get to When Traffic Cones Take Root?
The nearest railway station is Lancaster, about 3.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode LA2 9HG.
Is When Traffic Cones Take Root free to visit?
Yes, When Traffic Cones Take Root is free to enter.
How do I get to When Traffic Cones Take Root?
The nearest railway station is Lancaster, about 3.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode LA2 9HG.