Published date: 27 January 2016 |
Published by: Rachel NashRead more articles by Rachel Nash Email reporter
COUNCILLORS are backing plans to erect a permanent structure to protect an important piece of Llandudno’s history.
The White Rabbit statue, which is now situated on Gloddaeth Avenue, was refurbished in July 2015, after being targeted by vandals in 2012. The statue, which was originally made by stone mason Frederick Forrester, was first unveiled in 1933 by Prime Minister David Lloyd George.
A temporary structure currently surrounds the statue and plans are afoot to replace it with a permanent structure of toughened glass that will both define the statue’s space and deter vandals, and it is also planned to surround the statue with a garden of shrubs.
A spokesperson for Llandudno Town Council said that the plans would be announced in due course after they liaised with Conwy County Council with regards to planning requirements and after the confirmation of contractors.
Mayor of Llandudno Frank Bradfield said: “The White Rabbit was discussed by Full Council on Friday and it was reported that we were waiting on two further quotes for toughened glass to place around the statue which would enable people to see it as well as acting to protect it.
“I spoke at the unveiling of the statue that it was important that parents show their children the statue whilst explaining to them how significant the Alice in Wonderland story is to the town and its heritage.
“It is my belief that education and respect are the biggest deterrent to wrongdoing and I am sure that schools will be teaching pupils about the history and values of Llandudno their town - a history that the pupils will be proud to be part of and many are indeed making Llandudno, their school, and families proud of them already and it is right that we acknowledge that.”
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