Sentinel Sculpture
This eye-catching roundabout sculpture commemorates one of England's best World War II-era "shadow factories."

šŸ“œ Massive abstract sculpture depicting three half-size Supermarine Spitfires with dramatic frameworks representing vapor trails. This eye-catching sculpture on 'Spitfire Island' in Birmingham commemorates a significant World War II 'shadow factory'.

Why Go

āœˆļø Honors the Castle Bromwich factory, the UK's largest wartime Spitfire producer and a key WWII aircraft production site.
šŸŽØ Unique public artwork by a notable designer, Tim Tolkien, great-nephew of J. R. R. Tolkien, featuring abstract artwork representing vapor trails.
šŸ“ Easily accessible on a major roundabout.

Why Avoid

šŸ’¤ Primarily a roadside attraction, not a prolonged visit.

Tips

šŸ“ Located near junction 5 of the M6 Motorway and adjacent to the present-day Jaguar car plant.
šŸ…æļø Roadside parking available near the roundabout.

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