SYMBOLIC SCULPTURE SHINING A SPOT L IGHT ON VIOL ENCE
The stunning Knife Angel sculpture is currently on show outside of Hereford Cathedral. Standing at an impressive 27 feet tall and weighing in at 3.5 ton, the incredible work is made from more than 100,000 knives which have been confiscated by police forces all across the UK.
Originating from The British Ironwork Centre in Oswestry and created by sculptor Alfie Bradley it took over two years to construct.
With the names of victims of knife crime inscribed by their loved ones, the Knife Angel is both a memorial and a symbol of hope for the future. As a national monument against violence and aggression, the Knife Angel exists to spearhead change and raise awareness about the impact of violent crime on communities, families and individuals. Since its completion at The British Ironwork Centre in 2018, the Knife Angel has visited eleven towns and cities, from Gateshead to Rochester.
The team responsible for bringing the Knife Angel to Hereford is headed by Alison Davies and Meryl Cain. Alison lost her son Mark to knife crime in 2018. The team want to raise awareness of the catastrophic impact violent crime has on individuals, families and communities.
It will be in Hereford until July 12, and during its stay in the city a number of interactive events and workshops have been and will be taking place, including a major conference for professionals dealing with the varied effects of violent crime. A secure ‘weapon surrender’ bin will be in place, with the approval of West Mercia police, to encourage more people to give up their knives and other weapons.
Clive Knowles, CEO and founder of the British Ironwork Centre, says: “Just imagine in our digital, fast moving world if this anti-violence and aggression stand were to go viral. We can all help to make this happen.”
The Rt. Revd. Richard Jackson, Bishop of Hereford, added: “Everyone is warmly invited to visit the cathedral during opening hours, where they may pause for reflection and perhaps say a prayer and light a candle at the shrine of St Thomas of Hereford”.
If anyone has any information on violent crime, they are urged to report it to the Police on 101 or anonymously to Crimestoppers 0800 555 111 Samaritans 116 123 or West Mercia Women’s Aid 0800 7831359.
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