Saltern Wetlands ‘Solar Disc’
Pat Walls
Inspired by the long-distance views, the incredible horizon and dominant industrial shapes, the form of the sculpture is a response to its surroundings.
Carved from Hill House Edge sandstone the edges appear sharp from a distance but are gently rounded. The plinth curved in a concave form, corresponding with the disc of the sculpture and allowing for the circle to remain continuous.
How it works
use the map to find the sculpture
Take a rubbing from the steel plaque in the passport booklet
post a picture of your rubbing or a selfie with the sculpture
How many can you collect?
Care to share?
Upload your photos to Instagram, Facebook or Twitter. #teessculpturetrail
Greatham Creek Saltings Tip 1975 - Angela Cooper
Did you Know?
Saltern Wetlands refers to land on the northern bank of Greatham Creek to the left of the A178. Salterns are the mounds in the marshes created from remains of fires built up over hundreds of years during the Medieval period and used to heat seawater in vessels and convert it to salt, a precious commodity in those times.
Visit the Teesmouth Field Centre website to find out more about Greatham Creek;
Gallery - Solar Disc
images by Chris Chapman Visuals
Gallery - Greatham Creek
images by Angela Cooper, provided by Teesmouth Field Centre
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