Trips Places Foods Stories Newsletters
Loading...
Loading...
Loading...
Loading...

No search results found for
“”

Make sure words are spelled correctly.

Try searching for a travel destination.

Places near me Random place

Popular Destinations

  • Paris
  • London
  • New York
  • Berlin
  • Rome
  • Los Angeles
Trips Places Foods Stories Newsletters
Sign In Join
Places near me Random place
All the United Kingdom England Sheffield Enchanted Chairs

Enchanted Chairs

A collection of throne-inspired sculptures dot the landscape of Wincobank.

Sheffield, England

Added By
Alan Newman
Email
Been Here
Want to go
Added to list
CAPTION
  Graham Hogg/Geograph
  Dr Alan P Newman / Atlas Obscura User
  Dr Alan P Newman / Atlas Obscura User
  Dr Alan P Newman / Atlas Obscura User
Been Here
Want to go
Added to list

About

A series of chair-like sculptures sit on Centenary Green in England. Completed in 2010, these creative seats represent the work of artists Mike Woods, Ian Cooper and John Getz.

The enchanted chairs were created as part of a public art project, Journey to Hidden Places, which aims to install art in public spaces around Sheffield. Back in 2010, Journey to Hidden Places installed the Lost Gateway in Woolley Woods and is also responsible for the creation of Brendan's Glove Garden.

Most of the chairs at Wincobank are designed in metal, stone, brick, and wood and feature fantastical shapes and whimsical features such as wings and carved faces. 

While the chairs (admittedly) look out of place on the small green landscape of an English working-class suburb, the structures prove thought-provoking and cerebral. Despite being installed back in 2010 and meant for use by the public, the chairs have suffered little damage and vandalism.

 

Know Before You Go

Wincobank is located in the Sheffield district of Yorkshire and the Humber in England. Located about three hours driving from London, Wincobank is accessible by car or coach bus. 

It is within walking distance of Meadowhall train station but it is a steep walk uphill if you decide to walk from there.

Community Contributors

Added By

Dr Alan P Newman

Published

August 20, 2018

Edit this listing

Make an Edit
Add Photos
Sources
  • https://www.sheffieldtelegraph.co.uk/news/enchanted-chairs-land-in-wincobank-1-1190818
  • https://getoutside.ordnancesurvey.co.uk/local/wincobank-sheffield
Enchanted Chairs
132 Wincobank Ave
Wincobank, Sheffield
Sheffield, England
United Kingdom
53.417658, -1.434505
Visit Website
Get Directions

Nearby Places

Posh Pillar and her Daughters

Sheffield, England

miles away

The Giant Hands and Giant Feet of Wincobank

Sheffield, England

miles away

Brendan's Glove Garden

Sheffield, England

miles away

Explore the Destination Guide

Photo of Sheffield

Sheffield

England

Places 28
Stories 1

Nearby Places

Posh Pillar and her Daughters

Sheffield, England

miles away

The Giant Hands and Giant Feet of Wincobank

Sheffield, England

miles away

Brendan's Glove Garden

Sheffield, England

miles away

Explore the Destination Guide

Photo of Sheffield

Sheffield

England

Places 28
Stories 1
Aerial image of Vietnam, displaying the picturesque rice terraces, characterized by their layered, verdant fields.
Atlas Obscura Membership

Become an Atlas Obscura Member


Join our community of curious explorers.

Become a Member

Get Our Email Newsletter

Follow Us

Facebook YouTube TikTok Instagram Pinterest RSS Feed

Get the app

Download the App
Download on the Apple App Store Get it on Google Play
  • All Places
  • Latest Places
  • Most Popular
  • Places to Eat
  • Random
  • Nearby
  • Add a Place
  • Stories
  • Food & Drink
  • Itineraries
  • Lists
  • Video
  • Podcast
  • Newsletters
  • All Trips
  • Family Trip
  • Food & Drink
  • History & Culture
  • Wildlife & Nature
  • FAQ
  • Membership
  • Feedback & Ideas
  • Community Guidelines
  • Product Blog
  • Unique Gifts
  • Work With Us
  • About
  • FAQ
  • Advertise With Us
  • Advertising Guidelines
  • Privacy Policy
  • Cookie Policy
  • Terms of Use
Atlas Obscura

© 2025 Atlas Obscura. All Rights Reserved.