The Jurors Duke of Cambridge dedicated a permanent artwork called “The Jurors” at Runnymede in 2015. This art installation celebrates the 800th anniversary of Magna Carta and was created by Hew Locke. It is formed of 12 bronze chairs, each decorated with panels of images and symbols relating to past and ongoing struggles for freedom, rule… More Magna Carta-inspired artwork at Runnymede
Bring the family on an adventure around the Spitalfields area of London. You will discover heritage hidden behind virtual eggs on Treasure Hunts In London’s Fairytale in the City treasure hunt. Spitalfields Settled by the Romans, Spitalfields was mainly fields until the French Protestant refugees called the Huguenot moved to the area 1685. They established… More Discover hidden heritage around Spitalfields
a Spring Themed Treasure Hunt at Trafalgar Square. A cultural public space The Trafalgar Square area used to be used for stables for Whitehall Palace. It was redeveloped by John Nash in 1812 to be a cultural public space. The square itself was designed by Sir Charles Barry and was completed in 1845. It was originally to… More Hunting for Artists, Artisans and Sheep at Easter.
The next question in our search around London. During another outdoor hunt, where can you find this? Treasure Hunts in London fully managed treasure hunts throughout Greater London are a fun way to explore the Capital and discover it’s arts, heritage and culture as well as a chance to meet new people and solve puzzles.
Well done, Lina Munro for correctly identifying that the statue (quiz question 2) can be found in St James Square. The statue in the question is the creation of Italian artist Aron Demetz. http://gazelliarthouse.com/uk/artists-view/283-ARON-DEMETZ Aron Demetz, is quoted in Culture24 as saying the “wooden cores represent a rare spirituality in a digital age.” http://www.culture24.org.uk/art/art441712… More We have our first winner!
London is so full of arts and heritage it’s easy to overlook things that are all around you. To help you explore what’s on your doorstep Treasure Hunts in London run fully managed treasure hunts throughout Greater London. Aimed at adults, they are a fun way to explore the Capital, as well as a chance… More Christmas Quiz