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Yahoo
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
'They're looking for possibilities beyond the horizon': the Iron Men 20 years on
For twenty years, they've stood motionless on the sand - yet still, they manage to surprise. Today (July 1) marks two decades since Antony Gormley's 'Another Place' was first installed on Crosby Beach, and in that time the Iron Men have become part of the Sefton coastline's soul. To mark the milestone, the ECHO asked visitors on the beach what the statues mean to them - whether they've known them for years, or are meeting them for the very first time. Avis Mayo had travelled all the way from New Zealand to visit the site, where 100 cast-iron figures are dotted along three kilometres of beach and into the sea. 'They're amazing really,' she said, looking out across the sands. 'The fact that they can remain standing for that long and not have been washed away is incredible.' READ MORE: Xabi Alonso phone call helped Liverpool beat Man City and Chelsea to £17.5m transfer READ MORE: 'Fit and healthy' man, 20, given devastating diagnosis The figures - each moulded from Gormley's own body - were originally a temporary installation when they first appeared in 2005, sparking local debate. Some residents felt they were haunting or unwelcome; others grew attached. Ultimately, the statues stayed. Jill Chesworth, who now lives locally, remembers the early days well: 'When they arrived, they were supposed to be temporary. I have friends around here who were pleased when they were made permanent.' Neil Sanford, visiting from Allerton, was surprised to learn the statues had already reached their 20th birthday. He said: 'I didn't think it was as long as that. I thought it had been about 10 years," adding: 'The windmills in the distance are an amazing backdrop.' For others, the figures still retain an eerie allure. 'They're deceptive,' said Matthew Wright, standing on the sand. 'You look at them and you think they're going to move.' He'd been wondering about their meaning, too. He suggested they're 'looking out for possibilities beyond the horizon - or thinking about where humans came from and they want to return to the sea," before joking: 'Or they might be looking for their next home in Wales.' The statues have become a symbol of Merseyside's northern coast, with their quiet watchfulness offering something different to each visitor. Vereena Jones, who was visiting from elsewhere in the UK, admitted she was seeing them for the first time despite several trips to the region. She said: 'There's more of them than I knew. 'I've never got to see them, even though I've been here [Merseyside] several times.' Another Place has weathered time and tide - but 20 years on, it seems the Iron Men are going nowhere. Still staring out to sea. Still stirring something in everyone who visits them.
BBC News
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
In pictures: Antony Gormley's Crosby iron men over the years
Silhouetted against sunsets, half-buried in sand or standing poignantly under the moonlight - Crosby Beach's celebrated iron men sculptures have inspired visitors for two Antony Gormley's Another Place, featuring 100 iron figures modelled on the artist's own body, has become synonymous with the Sefton coast near the work's 20th anniversary this week, Sir Antony said: "I think it's about life and death, love and loss, and without people reacting to it, it's nothing."Here are a selection of striking images of the artwork from over the years. Listen to the best of BBC Radio Merseyside on Sounds and follow BBC Merseyside on Facebook, X, and Instagram. You can also send story ideas via Whatsapp to 0808 100 2230.
BBC News
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Antony Gormley's iron men of Crosby 'belong to Merseyside now'
The striking iron men of Crosby Beach now "belong to Merseyside", the artist who installed them 20 years ago has Antony Gormley's Another Place, featuring 100 iron sculptures modelled on the artist's own body, has become synonymous with the Sefton coast near told BBC Radio Merseyside the statues "don't belong to me any more" and are "literally part of the landscape now". Analysing Another Place after two decades, Sir Anthony said: "I think that the work is about life and death, love and loss, and without people reacting to it, it's nothing." He added: "I mean, that's what art is - it's made to be shared."The installation covers a distance of nearly two miles (3km), with the iron men spaced out along the tide line, and out from the beach towards the Irish Sea and the horizon. Another Place was commissioned by Liverpool Biennial in partnership with South Sefton installation was later made permanent by Sefton Council. Since then it has become an established Antony said: "There's something wonderful about the way that they have been embraced by the people of Crosby and indeed the people of Liverpool."It's just absolutely amazing the way that people of all ages - people walking their dogs, kids, people running, playing all kinds of games including golf - somehow merge with the work. "So the kind of gap between life and art has somehow been bridged."Sir Antony, whose works also include the Angel of the North sculpture near the A1 in Gateshead, said he wanted to evoke the relationship between people and nature. "I think there are two ways in which we discover ourselves," he explained. "One is in relation to nature. When we climb a mountain, when we swim in the sea, we kind of return to some really basic relationship with our planetary home. "But then there's the other self that comes from our relations with others, with our parents, our colleagues, our friends, our family."And the two, I think, are both acknowledged in Another Place. "They're obviously similar bodies to suggest a family relationship - a blood relationship - but at the same time they're very far apart."They are about between 150 and 200 metres apart, facing their own destiny. "And I think that's true for all of us, isn't it?" Listen to the best of BBC Radio Merseyside on BBC Sounds and follow BBC Merseyside on Facebook, X, and Instagram, and watch BBC North West Tonight on BBC iPlayer.
Forbes
23-06-2025
- Forbes
Another Place, The Lake District: Hotel Review
Another Place S itting on the glistening shores of Ullswater in the Lake District, Another Place is a contemporary-meets- boho bolthole, with a wild heart. Surrounded by 18 acres of towering woodland, it's a place where paddleboarding meets stargazing, and indulging spa treatments follow charming fell walks. With cozy shepherd huts, gourmet dining, a Swim Club with stunning lake views, and a high-tech treadmill training pool (with an underwater mirror and TV monitor for instant feedback), Another Place effortlessly blends outdoorsy spirit with creature comforts—somewhere to pause, play and reconnect with mother nature at your own pace. Ullswater Lake getty Another Place is set across 18 acres in the quiet hamlet of Watermillock , perched above the western shore of Ullswater, framed by rolling fells of the Lake District National Park. With a scattering of stone cottages, it's a place where sheep often outnumber people, and the rhythm of life is often set by the fickle Cumbrian weather. Zip through its winding lanes, and you'll pass 18th-century farmhouses, its Grade II listed All Saints Church (built in 1881), and its cozy Brackenrigg Inn , a classic English pub. Forbes How To Spend A Weekend In Plymouth By Lewis Nunn Another Place is set across 18 acres. Another Place Glide past the tranquil shores of Ullswater and down a sweeping drive lined with Himalayan birch trees, surrounded by lush green meadows, as you approach Another Place . As you draw closer to its ivory Georgian façade, the hotel reveals itself in layers—think more elegant and timeless rather than imposing. Tiptoe up to its entrance, guarded by camellias and climbing ivy, and you'll be welcomed through grand oak doors into its snug reception—greeted by antique Louis XV mirrors, an ornate Tudor fireplace, and regal wingback armchairs. The Library Another Place Swan through the formal sitting room (adults only in the evening), and you'll spot Another Place 's French influence—with rococo grandfather clocks, a white marble fireplace, and a cozy nook with French oil paintings and comfy loveseats. Here, you can gaze out at majestic mountains like Arthur's Pike and Beda Fell , all whilst indulging in a glass of Laurent-Perrier La Cuvée Brut . Elsewhere around the hotel, you'll clock Victorian hanging lanterns, rainbow-colored farm animal portraits, volcanic tribal vases, and industrial globe chandeliers—a real treasure chest of style. Read More: Forbes How To Spend A Weekend In Cirencester: The Cotswolds By Lewis Nunn Outside, however, tucked beneath a huge oak tree, you can take the slow pace in a gentle wooden swing—perfect with a good book—or meander through the calm grounds dotted with firepits, California poppies, and giant limestone sundials. A feast for the senses for hikers and loungers alike. Rooms and Suites Joules Suite Lewis Harrison-Pinder / Another Place Another Place bears 47 rooms, from cozy shepherd huts to two-bedroom treehouses—boasting sweeping lake views and elegant countryside charm—but among them, there is one that stands out, the Joules Suite . Step inside and the space unfolds in layers of colors, with walls wrapped in deep teal, curved writing desks, a copper scalloped bed, pop art prints, and towering Georgian windows—with canary loveseats to soak up the views of shimmering Ullswater and Arthur's Pike whilst sipping a smooth, crisp Wainwright Gold . Its ensuite, however, is chic and earthy with a black marble walk-in rainfall shower, a deep soaking tub, suspended String of Pearl plants, and fluffy Joules' signature bathrobes to snuggle up in. Spa and Wellness Swim Club Another Place At Another Place, the term 'Spa' gets a welcome remix—here enters the Swim Club —an elemental retreat where Scandi minimalism meets Wainwright drama. Think less lavender-scented clichés and more earthy —with bracing swims, panoramic views, and bodywork that earns its place. You can take a lap in a 20-meter pool that shimmers cerulean against a wraparound wall of glass—while outside, you'll find a bubbling hot tub and a glass-fronted Swedish sauna serving up gripping glimpses of Ullswater's steel blue waters. It's a sensual dialogue—warm wood, cool water, wind, stone, and steam. Read More Forbes How To Spend A Weekend At Burghley House By Lewis Nunn Treatments channel the local landscape. Sink into a lovingly heated bed and opt for the signature Land & Water Body Ritual —with 60 minutes of dry body brushing, salt scrubs, exfoliation, and slow-release tension massages across the shoulders, neck, and scalp. Afterward, retire to a relaxation room where you'll sip a myriad of herbal teas from lemongrass and ginger to redberry hibiscus whilst grazing on traditional Scottish chocolate tea cakes. It's the perfect choice to soothe aching muscles after a day of exploring the many surrounding fells of the Lakes . Or, set off on a myriad of active excursions from paddleboarding to kayaking and archery—but by night, more adventurous souls can opt for lantern-lit swims in ink-black water underneath the star-spangled skies. Food and Beverage Rampsbeck Restaurant Rampsbeck Another Place Rampsbeck is Another Place's leading restaurant, bright and contemporary, with flickering art deco orb chandeliers and pistachio banquettes (think Wes Anderson chic) where you'll ease into evenings savoring starters like smoked duck breast (glazed in orange dressing) or asparagus quinoa with vegan whipped feta that melts in the mouth. For mains, negotiate between Cumbrian lamb rump or artichoke and wild mushroom pithivier—complete with pistachio parfait, citrus cheesecake, or a decadent cheese board made up of Eden Valley Brie, Thornby Moor Blue and aged Kirkham's Lancashire—served with fig and chutney crisp breads. The Glasshouse Glasshouse Michael Lazenby / Another Place Tucked beside the herb garden, just a few steps from the lake's edge, you'll find the Glasshouse . It's a Victorian-style greenhouse with tomato vines that climb towards the rafters—playing host to feast nights and yoga classes; serving up woodfired pizzas, from classic Margheritas to a spicy Diavola topped with cured salami, salty olives, and gooey mozzarella. To finish, opt for a deliciously creamy Tiramisu or oven-baked fruits topped with crème fraiche and granola—salivating at the mouth. The Living Space The Living Space Steven Barber / Another Place Just off the reception, you'll find The Living Space —a relaxed lounge bar dressed with Nordic spindle chairs, industrial lanterns, burnt orange banquettes, and rustic banquet tables, where you can feast on buttermilk chicken burgers as you sip sweet cocktails or local ales such as Ullswater Blonde , and peruse a sharp gin list. The Brackenrigg Inn The Brackenrigg Inn Steven Barber Just a short uphill walk from Another Place, you'll find the Brackenrigg Inn — a traditional Cumbrian pub soaring above Ullswater, where rose chesterfield armchairs meet Turkish rugs, equestrian oil paintings, and a Victorian crimson fireplace. After a Sunday hike, opt for the Sunday roast ($28 per person) with all the trimmings, washed down with a Brackenrigg Bitter. How To Do It Travelers in London can hop on a 3-hour direct train from London Euston to Penrith North Lakes with Avanti West Coast . From there, it's a 15-minute cab drive to Another Place . For more information, visit Read More: Forbes How To Spend A Weekend In The Lake District By Lewis Nunn Forbes How To Spend A Weekend In Cirencester: The Cotswolds By Lewis Nunn Forbes How To Spend A Weekend At Burghley House By Lewis Nunn Forbes An Insider's Guide To Homewood Hotel And Spa By Lewis Nunn Forbes How To Spend A Weekend In Plymouth By Lewis Nunn Forbes An Insider's Guide To The Ned, London By Lewis Nunn
Scotsman
22-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
The Machrie making its mark both on and off the course
Islay course redesigned by DJ Russell as Another Place take over management of resort Sign up to our daily newsletter – Regular news stories and round-ups from around Scotland direct to your inbox Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... It was DJ Russell, the man who redesigned the course, who sparked this golf lover's desire to jump on the ferry one day to Islay and find out exactly why The Machrie is clearly somewhere that holds a special place in his heart. A decade or more later than should have been the case, I hasten to add, it finally happened and, as I was excited to let DJ know when bumping into him recently in the company of his great friend Ian Woosnam, he certainly wasn't building it up without reason to do so. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad What a place and, with the boutique hotel group, Another Place, now managing the hotel and golf course close to Port Ellen, one of two ferry ports, and also the island's airport, exciting times - both on and off the course - look to be lying ahead. The Machrie, where the course was redesigned by DJ Russell, nestles in a terrific spot beside Laggan Bay on the Isle of Islay | The Machrie 'I was brought in to tweak the golf course in 2013,' said Russell of his handiwork at a venue that was founded in 1891, with the original layout being officially opened with a match between Willie Campbell, the designer, and the 1883 Open champion, Willie Fernie. 'But it soon became clear that we could do something really special,' added the two-time European Tour winner who has made East Lothian his home. 'We gradually pieced together how to put 18 quality golf holes along the original layout. 'It's a real links experience with wonderful dunes, dramatic changes in elevation, and the ever-changing Islay weather. It's links golf as it used to be where the ball is played much closer to the ground than the modern game demands.' Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Don't be fooled by any impression on the first tee. 'I don't know if underwhelming is the right word,' said Alan Martin, an Eyemouth man who has found himself totally on the opposite side of the country after taking up the role as the hotel's golf general manager just under a year ago, 'but there is certainly a sense of mystique almost.' Not for long because, once you get to the top of the hill halfway down the fairway, the character of the course and its stunning location on the east side of Laggan Bay are right in front of you. Then, by the second green, you are right on the beach. 'When you drive in, it's hard to believe that behind the hotel and clubhouse there is going to be this incredible links land,' admits Russell. 'I'm very proud that people are blown away by what they see. There are not many golf courses that have the same aura. It's a very special place.' Alan Martin has been in the role of golf general manager at The Machrie for just under a year and is excited about its future with the resort now being managed by Another Place | The Machrie Particularly, it has to be said, when you are standing on the tee at the ninth, a cracker of a short hole that plays towards the sea, but, in truth, every single hole has been designed to be memorable and visitors from all around the world are enjoying the challenge the course provides. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'It is very mixed,' said Martin, who started his career as a PGA trainee professional at Dunbar and also had a spell at The Duke's in St Andrews before heading out to Asia, where, most recently, he was consulting as part of a team on a new golf project in Hong Kong, of where the visitors come from. 'There's no one market we are relying on. Obviously the tour operators do a vital role in selling it and getting people here. But I think our job is to go beyond that and get the customer going to the tour operator and saying 'can you get us to The Machrie?'. 'The exciting bit is there is room for more. I think if we can improve the small touch points like a starter's hut and a Halfway House while we have a few buggies coming with GPS just to satisfy the American market, all that would add to what we have.' At this year's Scottish Golf Tourism Awards, The Machrie picked up the prize for the 'Best Course £100-£250', recognition which the new management team hope will help it grow in terms of being on the map. 'Getting the message about The Machrie out there is one part of it because, when people do come here, I think it exceeds expectations,' observed Martin, who was thinking about heading back to Asia until being lured to Islay when he heard what was being planned for The Machrie under the Another Place banner. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'Part of that is maybe the unknown as they don't know what they are coming to. Despite what you may have heard, you are still unsure. But then when you see it with your own eyes, it is a special property and a special golf course.' The Machrie has 43 bedrooms and is providing valuable jobs for the local community | The Machrie Add in a six-hole par-3 course, a covered driving range and a mega-fun 19-hole putting green called 'The Hebrides' and The Race to Machrie, an end-of-season event for some of Scotland's top juniors run by the Stephen Gallacher Foundation is probably not going to be the only event its hosts going forward. 'If we can get some form of professional event with TV coverage, I think the golf course would look awesome on TV,' declared Martin and he's absolutely right about that. 'The course can also play to just over 7,000 yards off the back tees, though it looks a lot further than that!' Both the course and the 43-bedroom hotel are providing valuable local jobs on an island where whisky, of course, is the main attraction with no less than ten distilleries with three more imminent. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'We have a couple of local school-leavers who have joined the team as apprentice greenkeepers, so that is definitely part of the strategy,' said Martin. 'We also have a young lad, Jack Shaw, in golf operations who is going to go off to uni to study professional golf. We want to generate golfers and plan to bring in a full-time teaching pro who would work with the Islay Golf Club volunteers at coaching sessions. But we also want to generate future employees and get people into a career in golf.'
