Trail with over 200 standout sculptures opens at Beaulieu

Discover striking works of art this summer at Sculpture at Beaulieu, where Robert Marshall’s powerful piece Collateral Damage takes centre stage among a curated collection from 47 talented sculptors.

Set within Palace House and its glorious gardens, the exhibition offers a diverse range of sculptures to inspire visitors.

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Sculpture at Beaulieu was officially opened by Lord Montagu during a private preview evening with sculptors and special guests.

The exhibition, which features over 200 sculptures by nationally and internationally-acclaimed sculptors, will be on show until September 14.

Each sculpture on display is thoughtfully placed throughout the stunning grounds of Beaulieu.

(Image: Stuart Martin/Beaulieu) From a playful hippopotamus family in the fountain along the central pathway to charming bear cubs, birds, deer, and colour-changing flags on the Palace House lawn, the exhibition features a wide variety of works including striking steel structures and vibrant stained-glass pieces.

Among the creations, David Cutler’s elegant Poppy Seeds and The Pine Cone add beauty to the gardens, while Robert Marshall presents powerful works, including Custodian, which greets visitors at the start of the trail, and the thought-provoking Collateral Damage, a bomb-damaged front door salvaged from the war in Ukraine.

Other exhibits include Jemma Gowland’s delicate and detailed porcelain figures and Suzie Marsh’s bronze pieces, reflecting her deep affection for animals.

(Image: Stuart Martin/Beaulieu) Dorset-based Ted Edley also draws on his extensive automotive background to create intricate sculptures from steel, copper, brass, aluminium, and an array of unconventionally found objects.

Lord Montagu, who has worked with David Waghorne and Kate McGovern to curate this year’s exhibition, said: “This year’s Sculpture at Beaulieu exhibition is more condensed, with many of the works displayed on the Palace House lawn as well as a good number inside the house.”

The 2025 Sculpture at Beaulieu collection builds on the success of three previous exhibitions. 

All the sculptures are available to purchase, with prices starting at £100.

(Image: Stuart Martin/Beaulieu)