The Wicker Bull
This woven willow statue represents a popular local breed of beef cattle in SW Scotland.
This massive woven willow sculpture was created in 2020 by local willow artist Trevor Leat and for a few years it toured around various events in Scotland before returning to it’s intended final position on the green next to the main parking lot in Castle Douglas. However in 2023, despite the structure weighing over a tonne it was blown over during Storm Debi. It is now back in position and the intention is to leave the structure in place until it naturally deteriorates.
The bull is in two colours of willow so as to represent the belted markings of the Belted Galloway breed which is local to the area although with age the difference in colour is becoming les distinct. This breed has been recognised as a seperate breed to the Black Galloway since 1921.
Hopefully the sculpture will be around for a few years and perhaps will be replaced when it needs to be as it is a popular tourist attraction in Castle Douglas. The name of the bull is Kelton and he stands about 8ft at the shoulder.
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