Editorial 3
Grizedale re-visited Sheila Hourahanc reviews the increasing popularity of ait in the countryside 4
Notes of an artist—the experiences of a sculptor in residence Simon Fenoulhet and Amanda Randall describe how sculpture can help solve problems of access and other conflicts 6
Poetry and Place— local distinctiveness, the complicated and the ordinary Sue ClilTord argues for a greater understanding of the importance of identity and detail S
A Sense of Place Mike Wild looks at imagery and celebration in our culture 10
Engineers of the Imagination Sue Gill gives an overview of the work of Welfare Slate International 12
Along the tracks Alison Scott describes Sustrans’ cycle route sculptures 14
Canals Alive!— art for the waterways Vanessa Wiggins reviews British Waterways’ approach 16
The Royal Commission sets a new agenda! Colin Speakman considers the new report on Transport IS
Europe’s Special Places: “Parks for Life” Professor Adrian Phillips outlines a new European initiative 20
Countryside recreation training and events 22
Subscription form 23
Reader survey 24