Goodwood gets 30ft horse

Dubbed the south's answer to the Angel of the North, a 30ft bronze sculpture of a horse's head has been positioned atop of one of the hills overlooking Goodwood.

Known for its flat racing, Goodwood has been chosen as the home for artist Nick Fiddian-Green's magnificent creation and is expecting the sculpture to wow racegoers when it is moved to the members' enclosure during Glorious Goodwood.

Named 'Artemis' after Greek mythology, Fiddian-Green started on his creation last autumn to be finished in time for the flat racing this year.

Speaking of his design, the sculptor said his aim was to: "place beautiful works of art into the landscape."

The horse is set to remain on top of Trundle hill for three weeks until the beginning of Glorius Goodwood at the end of July when it will be moved to the members enclosure at the race course before being positioned in front of Goodwood House for the Vintage festival.

Photo courtesy of Darren triggs. (c)