Giant bee sculpture made of seized weapons starts tour of Derbyshire

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The sculpture is 11ft (3.3m) tall and features knives and firearms collected during an arms amnesty

Community leaders said they looked forward to seeing the insect up-close.It will visit town centres, public venues, tourist attractions and schools including The Bemrose School in Derby on 30 November.

The school's executive head teacher Neil Wilkinson said: "The Knife Angel was really poignant and prompted a lot of conversations among young people in the city. "It is hoped that the anti-violence bee will provoke the same emotions and we're delighted to be welcoming it to The Bemrose School for our pupils to see up close."27 November: Ripley Christmas Market4 and Monday 5 December: Cathedral Green, Derby10 December: Thornbridge Hall Estate15 December: Crich Tramway Museum19 December: Buxton Town CentreOfficers from Derbyshire Constabulary will be touring with the bee to give advice, answer any questions and talk to staff and pupils.

Insp Ellen Lovatt said: "It is absolutely fantastic that we have secured the anti-violence bee and, to coincide with its visit, we're encouraging the community to knit their own bees which will be donated to others with an anti-violence message during the tour. "The response so far, from local groups and schools, has been encouraging and we're looking forward to receiving many more bees."

 

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