Terris Novalis
Giant stainless steel sculptures of 19th-century surveying instruments, supported by unique animal feet, marking the site of Britain's oldest commercial railway line and Europe's largest steelworks in Consett, England.

šŸ“œ Giant stainless steel sculptures of 19th-century surveying instruments (theodolite and engineer's level).
šŸ” Marks the site of Britain's oldest commercial railway line and Europe's largest steelworks.

Why Go

šŸ—æ Unique 20x life-size sculptures visible for miles
🐾 Intriguing animal feet (human hand, horse hoof, bird, reptile/lion, cow) inspired by heraldry
šŸ­ Monument to local industrial history
🚓 Easily accessible on the Coast to Coast cycle path
šŸžļø Offers good views of distant moors

Tips

šŸ‘€ Best viewed up close to appreciate the intricate "feet."

šŸ…æļø Parking On-street parking at Hownsgill Park industrial estate or nearby retail park (Matalan/Morrisons). Sculptures are a 5-15 minute walk from parking.

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