Another Place FAQ
Another Place FAQ
What is Another Place?
Another Place is work of art by Antony Gormley. It consists of 100 cast iron figures based on moulds taken from the artist’s body. The figures are situated across an area of sandy beach over 3km long.
Where is Another Place?
Crosby Beach, Merseyside, United Kingdom
Do you have a website?
www.seftoncoast.org.uk
www.Sefton.gov.uk
www.antonygormley.com
www.seftonsnaturalcoast.com
What is the best time of day to see Another Place?
There isn’t a best time. The art works can be viewed at all times and during all weathers. What time is best is very much open to the individual’s interpretation. At certain times, however, the installation will be totally covered by the tide. More information about tides can be found by going to www.seftoncoast.org.uk and following the link.
As a rough guide, if there is a tide of around 9-10metres the artwork will be submerged for an hour or so either side of the high tide and access to the beach will not be possible. If the tide height is 7.0m most of the statues can be seen and at 4.0m or lower all of the statues can be seen. Because tide times, tide heights and speeds of flow of the tide vary so much it is not possible to describe every scenario. For more detailed information about tide times you should contact the Coast and Countryside team on 0845 140 0845 or 0151 934 2967.
Are they still there? How long will they be staying?
The Gormley’s are permanent and will not be moving.
Where can I park?
There are a number of places to park. The car park closest to Another Place is at Hall Road, Blundellsands L23 8SY. There is also a car park at Crosby Leisure Centre, Mariners Road L23 6SX. This is also very close to the beach. There are carparks at Crosby Marine Lake, Cambridge Road, Waterloo L22 1RR.
What is the postcode for Another Place?
Another Place does not have a postal address, but the closest locations are L23 8SY and L23 6SX.
Are there toilets?
There are public toilets at Hall Road.
Public transport
There are a number of train stations nearby. These are Hall Road, Blundellsands and Crosby, and Waterloo. They are on Merseyrail’s Northern Line. More information is available about public transport from www.merseytravel.gov.uk or 0871 200 22 33.
Where can I find more information?
www.seftoncoast.org.uk
www.Sefton.gov.uk
www.antonygormley.com
www.seftonsnaturalcoast.com
Who’s paying for them?
The Arts Council and Mersey Waterfront funded another Place.
Is it safe to go on the beach?
Visitors should obey warning signs, Lifeguard, Coastguard and Ranger instructions, but generally it is safe to walk on the beach if staying close to the promenade. Visitors should not try to walk out to the furthest statues as there are areas of very soft sand and mud and also feeding birds could be disturbed.
Where is the best place to see them?
There isn’t a best place to see them. Individuals will form their own opinions.
Who looks after Another Place?
Sefton Council
Can I take pictures?
Yes
Are there souvenirs or merchandise available?
No. At present there is no official merchandise available.
I want comments for an article for the press for publication.
All enquiries need to be addressed to Sefton’s press office on 0845 140 0845
Can we dress them up?
Yes. Please do not leave any litter.
How many are there?
Another Place consists of 100 figures. From time to time it may be necessary to remove or relocate individual figures.
Other than toilets, what facilities are there?
There are limited facilities at the beach. There is a mobile snack van at Hall Road. There is a café at Crosby Leisure Centre, Mariners Road that is open to the public. There are a variety of pubs, bars, takeaways, shops and cafes in South Road, Waterloo.
Why don’t Sefton clean the statues?
They are designed to weather and evolve over time. They will not be cleaned.
Can they be sponsored or used commercially?
No. If you propose to use the beach for anything other than a personal visit you must contact the Sefton’s Coast and Countryside team on 0151 934 2967 or 0845 140 0845.
Can we hold an event around them?
Before organising any event you must contact Sefton’s leisure department on 0845 140 0845
Is Another Place accessible to all?
Another Place can be viewed from a promenade running next to the beach. The promenade is flat and well surfaced. It is free from motor traffic but open to cyclists. The beach is accessible by steps and ramps, but has areas of soft sand and mud.
Why is bird disturbance a problem?
The beach is an important feeding ground for various nationally or internationally rare bird species. Many of the birds that use the beach are important nationally and internationally. Dogs and people will cause birds to take flight or at best become more vigilant. If this occurs frequently, birds will not be able to eat enough food to enable them to survive such things as cold spells or migration.
How can I avoid disturbing birds?
Stay close to the promenade and follow any instructions from the Rangers. Keep your dog on the lead.