Levelled Crossing Sculpture

Have you ever wondered what happens to old boom gates? Well, here you can see it. It’s called the Levelled Crossing Sculpture. Directly below this new bridge, the old level crossing was removed to make life easier for commuters and drivers. You can still feel the old track under your feet. At this spot, the artist, Jason Waterhouse, has reused the old boom gates to create this playful and ironic sculpture. He has knotted the ends of the old boom gates, creating this strange intertwined sculpture. It’s like a memento of the old level crossing, a reminder that even in a world where we’re always making progress and getting rid of things, there is still beauty to be found in the ordinary. The sculpture is a playful reminder of the past and the importance of appreciating the things that make us who we are. You can walk right up to the Levelled Crossing Sculpture. Imagine the clanging bells and the waiting for the boom gates to rise. Now, the sculpture sits here, a testament to the transformation of the railway. It’s a unique and whimsical piece of art, a fun and engaging take on the old level crossing. I bet you’ve never thought about what happens to old boom gates before but now you’ve seen the Levelled Crossing Sculpture and perhaps you have a new appreciation for the power of art to turn even the mundane into the extraordinary.