A sequence of hinged steel “doorways” stands in the landscape, framing shifting views of the rowing lake and city beyond. The precision-cut steel – shaped using lasers in a water tank – gives the piece a refined, architectural presence.
About the Artist: Miles Davies (b. 1959) is a British sculptor whose works appear in sculpture parks across the UK and Europe, known for blending industrial techniques with poetic spatial ideas.
This sculpture is one of several artworks that make up the Thorpe Meadows Sculpture Trail, part of the Nene Park Sculpture Collection. Set alongside the River Nene and Peterborough Rowing Lake, the trail invites visitors to discover contemporary sculptures in a beautiful riverside setting. Whether you’re walking, cycling, or picnicking nearby, each piece adds an extra layer of creativity to the landscape, making the journey as rewarding as the destination.