It is a Bristol art installation unlike any other and it’s a perfect - and free - activity for the half-term holidays.
Weaving across the path by the entrance to Long Wood and Hermitage Wood in Stoke Park, and through the forest trails, visitors can enjoy an ever-growing display of hand-carved wooden sculptures and benches made by Yate-based chainsaw artist Andy O'Neill.
His unique works of art use a combination of the skills he acquired as a graphic designer and tree surgeon.
Fallen dead wood is used in these sustainable and intricate art pieces, and is predominately made with a chainsaw and a variety of sanding tools and a Dremel multi-tool for finer details.
The designs were made in collaboration with local groups and schools, including Filton Avenue Nursery, Filton Avenue Primary School, Stoke Park School, The Vench and The Craft group who have all shared their ideas.
Visitors will need to keep their eyes peeled to spot some of the more subtle designs. Some of the wooden structures can be tracked with the help of Google Maps.
Here are the 16 wooden artworks we were able to spot during our visit to Long Wood and Hermitage Wood.
1. Worm
The worm sculpture ‘wiggles’ in the woods and can be tracked with Google Maps.
2. Squirrel
A very subtle squirrel carving, Google Maps will be your friend to help you spot this art piece.
3. Snake
The snake sculpture stands out from the main path in the woods and was designed by The Vench.
4. Pill Bug
The trio of Pill Bugs slowly ‘marches’ in a straight line across the tree park in Long Wood.