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The Great Britain Guide

Public art & sculpture · London

Wild Swimmer by Jo Shapcott

In or near City of London.

Free admission

Wild Swimmer by Jo Shapcott — a public art in england-london, United Kingdom.

ArcelorMittal Orbit - geograph.org.uk - 2949310

Keith Edkins — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2 h
Nearest railway station
Stratford · 0.4 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Wild Swimmer by Jo Shapcott is a public art located in england-london, 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 2020

Imagery © Mapillary contributors, CC BY-SA 4.0

Official information

'Since 9/11' is a significant artwork made from steel recovered from the World Trade Center, symbolizing hope and education about the events of September 11, 2001. It serves as a focal point for the SINCE 9/11 Education Programme, which aims to teach young people about tolerance and understanding among different faiths. The piece is permanently located in Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, London.

Place summary

Wild Swimmer by Jo Shapcott is a public art installation located in London. The piece reflects contemporary artistic expression and contributes to the city's diverse cultural landscape.

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

Coordinates
51.5398, -0.0084
District
Newham
Parish
Newham, unparished area
Postcode
E20 2AQ
Parliamentary constituency
Stratford and Bow
Nearest railway station
Stratford0.4 km
Official site
since911.com

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Wild Swimmer by Jo Shapcott?
Wild Swimmer by Jo Shapcott is in London, United Kingdom (postcode E20 2AQ), in the parish of Newham, unparished area.
What is Wild Swimmer by Jo Shapcott?
Wild Swimmer by Jo Shapcott — a public art in england-london, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Wild Swimmer by Jo Shapcott?
The nearest railway station is Stratford, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode E20 2AQ.
Is Wild Swimmer by Jo Shapcott free to visit?
Yes, Wild Swimmer by Jo Shapcott is free to enter.
How do I get to Wild Swimmer by Jo Shapcott?
The nearest railway station is Stratford, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode E20 2AQ.