Eric Morecambe Statue
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Eric Morecambe Statue

Statue In Lancaster, Lancashire

A statue depicting legendary comedian, Eric Morecambe.

Born in Morecambe on the 14th May 1926, John Eric Bartholomew would go on to become one of Britain's most famous and best loved comedians, and if you don't recognise the name straight away, you may do if you know that he took his hometown as his stage name and became Eric Morecambe.

As one half of the legendary comedy duo Morecambe and Wise, Eric entertained audiences for decades with his infectious energy, quick wit, and unforgettable catchphrases. His partnership with Ernie Wise saw them become the most popular entertainers in the country with their Christmas specials drawing record-breaking television audiences. Even after his untimely death in 1984, Morecambe's legacy lived on, his humour continuing to bring joy to generations.

The idea of a statue to commemorate Eric Morecambe was born out of a desire to honour his contribution to British comedy and his link to Morecambe. Local newspapers initiated fundraising efforts, inviting residents and fans to contribute to the creation of a lasting tribute through buying a brick that would have their name on it. The logistics of this proved a bit too much for organisers so other options were looked into. Local donations didn't quite bring in enough for the statue, but a plan to develop a wider setting for it helped to pull in further funding from local businesses and then Lottery Arts funding and North East Development provided the remainder.

The design of the statue was given to Graham Ibbeson, a sculptor known for his depictions of famous personalities, including Laurel and Hardy, Benny Hill and Cary Grant. In the case of Eric Morecambe, Ibbeson faced the challenge of immortalising a man whose animated expressions were so much a part of his appeal.

The result, which was unveiled by Queen Elizabeth II in July 1999, is a very good likeness that does capture some of his energy and charisma. The bronze sculpture is slightly larger than life-size, and stands in the famous “Bring Me Sunshine” pose. It nearly always has a queue of people waiting to get their photograph with him, usually doing the same pose. Around his neck are a pair of binoculars that signify his love for birdwatching, indeed there is a bird hide named after him at the nearby RSPB Leighton Moss reserve.

The statue is located on Morecambe's Central Promenade and overlooks the dramatic Morecambe Bay, with the Lake District fells providing a backdrop. The area around the statue is laid out with many of his famous quotes such as “He'll never sell any ice creams going at that speed” and “What do you think of the show so far? RUGGISH!” along with the lyrics to “Bring Me Sunshine”.

Sadly, on the day we visited it was raining so there was no sunshine to be seen, but it was still worth the trip to see this comedy legend continue to bring joy to everyone who posed with him for a photo.

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Contributed by Andrew Gardner

I love being outdoors, in nature, and experiencing the relaxation it brings. Wandering through the northern countryside seeing unexpected buildings, historic places and occasionally surprised wildlife is one of life's great pleasures.

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