Celebrating 20 Years of ‘Another Place’

Celebrating 20 Years of ‘Another Place’

Celebrating 20 Years of ‘Another Place’
9 July 2025

This month marks 20 years since Antony Gormley’s Another Place was installed on Crosby Beach, an artwork that has become one of the UK’s most recognisable coastal landmarks.

Originally intended as a temporary exhibition, the 100 cast-iron figures, modelled on the artist himself, have become a permanent and much-loved fixture on the Sefton coastline, attracting thousands of visitors and becoming synonymous with the local landscape.

We are proud to have played a meaningful role in the early stages of this now-famous installation.

A Collaboration Between Art and Environment

As part of the project’s original planning process, our ecologists were commissioned to carry out ecological surveys and provide expert advice on the siting of the sculptures. Our aim was to help minimise disturbance to local wildlife while preserving the creative vision for the artwork.

This involved identifying and avoiding sensitive habitats on the beach and intertidal zones, advising on installation timings and methods to limit ecological impact, and providing ecological assessments to support the planning application.

The result was a thoughtful approach to sculpture placement, balancing environmental considerations with artistic ambition.

A Lasting Legacy

As the statues reach their 20-year anniversary, it’s a reminder of how forward-thinking collaboration between artists, local authorities, planners and environmental professionals can leave a lasting legacy.

From its initial installation in 2005 to ongoing maintenance works in 2021, Another Place continues to evolve and continues to inspire visitors and locals alike.

It’s a project we feel fortunate to be part of, and one that has become a powerful part of Merseyside’s cultural identity.

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Our Grant has supported several environmental projects which are raising awareness of important environmental issues and furthering the environmental profession.
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We were commissioned by East Suffolk Council to prepare an updated Conservation Area Appraisal and Management Plan (CAAMP) for Halesworth, replacing the previous appraisal from 2006. The update was needed to reflect changes in the town over time and to provide a clearer, more accessible framework to support effective planning and management decisions. Halesworth’s historic character is rooted in its medieval origins, still evident in the narrow streets of the town centre, the triangular Market Place, and the routes linking the Thoroughfare, Bridge Street and Chediston Street. Together with the Church of St Mary the Virgin, these spaces form the historic core of the settlement and provide a strong sense of continuity in the town’s development. 
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11 March 2026
Our Grant has supported several environmental projects which are raising awareness of important environmental issues and furthering the environmental profession.
11 March 2026
We were commissioned by East Suffolk Council to prepare an updated Conservation Area Appraisal and Management Plan (CAAMP) for Halesworth, replacing the previous appraisal from 2006. The update was needed to reflect changes in the town over time and to provide a clearer, more accessible framework to support effective planning and management decisions. Halesworth’s historic character is rooted in its medieval origins, still evident in the narrow streets of the town centre, the triangular Market Place, and the routes linking the Thoroughfare, Bridge Street and Chediston Street. Together with the Church of St Mary the Virgin, these spaces form the historic core of the settlement and provide a strong sense of continuity in the town’s development. 
11 March 2026
Our Grant has supported several environmental projects which are raising awareness of important environmental issues and furthering the environmental profession.
11 March 2026
We were commissioned by East Suffolk Council to prepare an updated Conservation Area Appraisal and Management Plan (CAAMP) for Halesworth, replacing the previous appraisal from 2006. The update was needed to reflect changes in the town over time and to provide a clearer, more accessible framework to support effective planning and management decisions. Halesworth’s historic character is rooted in its medieval origins, still evident in the narrow streets of the town centre, the triangular Market Place, and the routes linking the Thoroughfare, Bridge Street and Chediston Street. Together with the Church of St Mary the Virgin, these spaces form the historic core of the settlement and provide a strong sense of continuity in the town’s development. 
6 February 2026
TEP has a proud history of providing educational outreach activities for schools, charities, and local groups. Our Ecohydrology team are … Read more » The post Learning Through Landscapes: TEP’s Educational Outreach appeared first on TEP - The Environment Partnership.