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On our visit to Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens, we took our time around the trail with our canine companion (well-behaved dogs on leads are welcome), moving from abstract beauties to garden sculptures that enchanted, via copper statues and inspiring monoliths. One of the real attractions for me for visiting a sculpture exhibition such as this one, which is at Leonardslee until Sunday 4 September, is the sheer volume of art and creativity around every corner. When we came upon anything my daughter instinctively felt she “didn’t like” we’d discuss why, opening the discussions around art and opinion.
If you’re inspired to make a purchase, the Surrey Sculpture Society sales desk is near the Clocktower Café, where the stewards can discuss your interest – but are also on hand to have a chat about any of the works you see.
Entry to the trail is included in the entry fee to the whole of the Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens, a stunning 240 acres of Grade One listed gardens, parkland, lawns and forest area.
Contributed by Lisa Brace