Norman Fay, Sarah Millican, and Roman Soldier Sculptures on NCN 14

The figures represented by the statues are
Sarah Milligan who is from South Shields
Norman Fay who was a well loved and respected cyclist and cycle shop owner in South Shields
A Roman soldier to represent the town's importance as a roman garrison and port

Three metal cut-out figures of three local people chosen by a public vote – 1. Roman Soldier, 2. Norman Fay, 3. Sarah Millican. The artwork sits on Sustrans route 14, part of the National Cycle Network.
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Along National Cycle Network Route 14 (NCN 14), you'll encounter a surprising series of sculptures celebrating local history and culture. 🚴‍♂️✨
🧔 Norman Fay: A tribute to the legendary bicycle mechanic from South Shields. His sculpture symbolizes his contribution to cycling culture in the region.
🎤 Sarah Millican: The popular comedienne from South Shields is immortalized with a sculpture that reflects her roots and impact on the British comedy scene.
🛡️ Roman Soldier: This figure commemorates the area's Roman history, with references to the nearby Hadrian's Wall and the military presence in Britain.