Jan Boddington – Sanctuary

Discipline: Installation

Inspired by the beautiful old stairwell of Wiveliscombe Town Hall, this installation uses natural materials to express the artist’s vision of sanctuary.

Designed to soothe and calm, it sets out to offer the viewer a few moments of refuge in an increasingly turbulent world. Through this work, the artist highlights our deep human connection to nature – the healing power to be found there, the need to grow things, and the responsibility to respect and protect the natural environments we are privileged to inhabit.

Reflecting on the role of gardening and growing, I realise it’s where I find sanctuary—a place of refuge and also joy. For millions of people, sanctuary is not a given. Many have no safe place to call their own. With this piece,  I hope to draw attention to that reality and inspire compassion toward those who may never have the security we often take for granted.

Venue Contact: Emma Betteridge, Trustee elbettridge@outlook.com 07930846722
Venue address: Wiveliscombe Town Hall, The Square, Wiveliscombe TA4 2JT
Directions: Wiveliscombe Town Hall is situated in the Square in the centre of the town, opposite the Community Office and  above the Co-op 

Parking Croft Way and North Street car parks
Dogs Allowed: No Dogs
Accessibility No Access, There are stairs up to the main hall

Artists in the parish: John Abraham, Doulla Aebli, Kate Benson, Stephen Martin, Jos Harral, Chris Howe, Alexandra Lavizzari, Secret Island Artisan Shop, Susie Palmer, Ulick Palmer, Victoria Ward, Kingsmead Art Department, Silver Street Studios, Paul Williams, Langley Moor, Rachel Gundry, Simon Healy, Rosie Boylan, Nicky Saunter, Colette Fowler-Marson

Events in the parish: School of Stitch, Contrasts – a September Soiree, Red Priest, William Sitwell, Myc Rugglesford, Kingsmead Lunchtime Concert

Parish information: Wiveliscombe has a number of great places to eat and drink including The Bear and White Hart pubs, The Phoenix Kitchen and Whelan’s Café. There are plenty of footpaths near the town centre for local walks as well as a selection of independent shops to visit.2 North Street, Wiveliscombe, TA42JY