The life-size sculpture of a Lancaster Bomber(Image: Laycie Beck)

Giant Lancaster Bomber sculpture unveiled off A46 on Nottinghamshire border

by · NottinghamshireLive

A statue of the renowned Lancaster Bomber has been erected in Norton Disney and is now visible to thousands of motorists travelling on the A46. Despite a brief opening on Sunday, 7 September for spectators to witness its assembly, the site remains under construction.

The monument stands approximately 30m high, with the aircraft meticulously crafted to match the dimensions of an actual Lancaster Bomber. The aim is for the location to serve as a memorial where individuals can pay tribute to those involved and gain insight into the historical context.

On Freedom's Wings issued an update on Monday, 8 September, urging people to refrain from visiting as work is still ongoing. The statement read: "Thank you for all your support. Although the site was opened briefly yesterday to allow those gathered to enjoy it, it is still a construction site.

"It will be properly open for visitors during the Autumn but for now there are many bits that still need to be completed and the site made safe for visitors. Please do not try and get onto the site at the moment."

The update further stated: "There will be a car park and entry system off Folly Lane and details will be put on Facebook and the website. We are so excited to be able to welcome everyone very soon but please remember that the land on which the plane sits is privately owned and is working farm land with crops and livestock.", reports Lincolnshire Live.

"There is absolutely no access from the works access concrete road off the A46, this is a private road for quarry and farm traffic only. We are so thrilled with the overwhelming response this amazing sculpture has received.

"We appreciate that there are many questions which people want to ask. We will be updating the website shortly with lots of information about the design, the history and engineering behind the design and how the sculpture has evolved. Please bear with us while this happens as our priority has been to get the plane in the air."