Connections

TURRILL SCULPTURE GARDEN

'FALL' - an Exhibition exploring Autumn, Falling and Fall 5 September - 14 November 2026

ARTISTS FROM Crisis AND ST MUNGO'S, OXFORD WITH GUEST SCULPTOR, SIOBAN COPPINGER.

TURRILL SCULPTURE GARDEN - Behind SUMMERTOWN LIBRARY

Behind the public library in South Parade, Summertown, South Parade, Oxford. OX2 7JN there is a large, sunny garden, approximately 100ft by 60ft.

In the year 2000 it was transformed from an empty and uninviting space into a haven of enfolding trees and planted areas, to read or contempate the beautiful garden or sculptures often on display for the public to enjoy.

Here you can see a series of changing sculpture exhibitions, buy the sculpture, sit and enjoy the peace or even have a picnic.

Owned by Oxfordshire County Council, who were delighted when shown suggestions for a scheme designed by Katherine Shock Garden Designs. The space was transformed to be used by the public and enhance the local facilities. The garden also enthusiastically supports showing sculpture by living artists in this setting. Funds were raised, and the Turrill Garden has thrived for over a quarter of a century.

View PAST EXHIBITIONS on the SCULPTORS page.

Sculpture Coordinator Katherine Shock 07922 205 946

DODDINGTON HALL SCULPTURE

SCULPTURE AT DODDINGTON

25 JULY - 6 SEPTEMBER 2026

Sioban will be exhibiting 5 sculptures at this stunning venue, in the walled gardens and Stable Yard Gallery.

Gardens: THE DISSIDENT, BASS LINE and MR BUSH

Stable Yard Gallery: KEEPING STILL and FULL MOON MASK

Doddington Hall provides the perfect setting for hundreds of works of art made by talented sculptors from across the UK and beyond.

Curators David Waghorne and Kate McGovern have carefully selected national and international sculptors to complement each area of the garden and to provide an eclectic exhibition to suit all tastes, styles and budgets. A large indoor gallery located in the Stable Yard will exhibit a captivating variety of smaller-scale pieces.

Almost every piece in the exhibition is for sale, an investment which will bring enjoyment to your home or garden for many years and will help to support the career of the sculptor.

FARLEYS SCULPTURE GARDEN

At Farleys Farm, the Home of Surrealism, FARLEYS SCULPTURE GARDEN was designed for sculpture the garden presents our permanent collection of works chosen by Lee Miller and Roland Penrose alongside works by contemporary guest sculptors.

Over the years, giants, goddesses, mythical African creatures and Roland’s own work has populated the garden in the company of work by his friends F. E. McWilliam and Heinz Henghes.

To continue Roland and Lee’s wish to promote living artists, contemporary sculptors are invited each year to exhibit in our garden.

We have work by SIOBAN COPPINGER, JULIAN WILD, NIC ACASTER, JACOB HAUSBERG, RACHAEL NICHOLSON, GUY STEVENS, KEITH PETTIT, CHRISTINE KOWAL POST, PETER BROOKE-BALL and SALVATORE CUSCHERA

Sioban is currently showing: THE FLIGHT OF THE HARPY and BIRD IN HAND

OPEN EVERY SUNDAY, APRIL – OCTOBER, £3.50

01825 872856
Muddles Green, Chiddingly, SUSSEX BN8 6HW

THE NATIONAL MEMORIAL ARBORETUM

The National Memorial Arboretum is the UK's year-round centre of Remembrance; a spiritually uplifting place which honours the fallen, recognises service and sacrifice, and fosters pride in our country.

A place of life, represented by the 30,000 trees, covering 150 acres, the Arboretum has something for everyone. For some it’s a wonderful place to stroll and enjoy the trees; for others it's a peaceful and beautiful place to remember loved ones, particularly those who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country.

There are more than 300 dedicated memorials. Importantly, the focus isn’t only military, there are large areas devoted to Police, Fire and Rescue and Ambulance services. National Charities are also to be found in the Arboretum grounds.

The only sculpture at the Arboretum which isn't a memorial per se, is BLOWN AWAY. Inspired by Eliots Four Quartets, this piece does pay homage to so many brave people whose lives are altered by their time.

The plinth fabricated in mild steel is reminiscent of hastily dispatched munitions left to rust. Its stripes of bronze, reminiscent of the uniform they wore proudly on their way to War.

Thanks to the incredible generosity of the Wilcock family, and liaison by Rachel Bebb Contemporary, BLOWN AWAY has been permanently loaned to the National Memorial Arboretum in Staffordshire.

01283 245 100

Croxall Road, Alrewas, Staffordshire. DE13 7AR

ROYAL SOCIETY OF SCULPTORS

The Royal Society of Sculptors is an artist led, membership organisation. The Society provides a supportive membership community to sculptors throughout their careers, and leads the conversation about sculpture today, through exhibitions and events for all.

The Society was created more than 100 years ago to champion contemporary sculpture and the artists who create it.

In the early 90's, Sioban was elected as an Associate Sculptor (ASS), soon followed by her election to Council as a Trustee. Within 3 years she had been made Treasurer of the Royal Society Of British Sculptors(PTSS), now known as the RSS. Soon after Sioban became a Fellow of the Society. (RSS)

Based in London’s South Kensington, in a beautiful listed building called Dora House. The conversation is open to all, through exhibitions, artists’ talks and creative workshops

0207 373 8615
info@sculptors.org.uk
Dora House, 108 Old Brompton Road, South Kensington, London SW7 3RA

The RSA

An organisation committed to finding innovative practical solutions to today’s social challenges, which seeks to understand and enhance human capability.

The RSA (Royal Society for the encouragement of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce) believes in a world where everyone is able to participate in creating a better future.

Through our ideas, research and a 30,000 strong Fellowship we are a global community of proactive problem solvers, sharing powerful ideas, carrying out cutting-edge research and building networks and opportunities for people to collaborate, influence and demonstrate practical solutions to realise change.

The RSA has been at the forefront of social change for over 260 years.

0207 930 5115
general@rsa.org.uk
RSA House, 8 John Adam Street, London WC2N 6EZ

https://www.thersa.org
https://www.thersa.org/fellowship/find-a-fellow/Profile/6611

RACHEL BEBB CONTEMPORARY formerly THE GARDEN GALLERY

+44 (0) 1794 301144
The Paddock, Rookery Lane, Broughton Stockbridge, Hampshire SO20 8AZ

rachelbebbcontemporary.com/about
rachel@rachelbebbcontemporary.com

CASTLE FINE ARTS FOUNDRY

Castle Fine Arts provide support, skills and facilities to enlarge, cast, fabricate, finish and install sculptures of any size and complexity.

With more than twenty years experience, casting thousands of artworks for hundreds of artists trust their work is in safe hands.

Whether small, life-size or monumental, lost wax casting allows the capture the most intricate details of the work, right down to a finger print.

01691 780 261

info@bronzefoundry.co.uk

Tanat Foundry,
Llanrhaeadr ym Mochnant,
Nr Oswestry, Powys, SY10 0AA

Inchbrook Trading Estate,
Units N6B & N7, Woodchester,
Stroud, Gloucs, GL5 5EY

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Liverpool,
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