Captain Mainwaring by carole_sandford

Captain Mainwaring

A statue from our brief visit to Thetford yesterday. The British sitcom “ Dad’s Army” was filmed in Thetford for quite a number of years. This statue of the character Captain Mainwaring, First time I have seen this, but it has been there since 2010!
Is Thomas Paine's gold statue still there?? Nice portrait
March 3rd, 2019  
“Napoleon” 😜😜

I didn’t know that statue was there either (may have drank with Arthur Lowe (and the other cast members) in a local establishment now and again)
March 3rd, 2019  
@30pics4jackiesdiamond it is, but I would say it could do with a respray!
March 3rd, 2019  
@carole_sandford like the town, I was shocked how run down it was when I last visited 3 or so years ago.
March 3rd, 2019  
Loved Captain Mainwaring! Loved all of them. Haven’t been in Thetford for over 30 years but must go back. Would love to see this statue and the museum.
March 3rd, 2019  
I was in Thetford last Wednesday didn't realise they had this sculpture. I might have a look next time I'm there.
March 3rd, 2019  
@casablanca I think you might be disappointed with Thetford itself- we couldn’t believe how “ down& out” it looked! Lots of empty shops & gangs of kids hanging around the town centre ( not sure if it is my age that makes me feel intimidated by these gangs these days!)
@rjb71 it is next to the river not far away from the green three pronged bridge & butten island.
March 3rd, 2019  
@carole_sandford Oh what a terrible shame! Last time I was there, I was touring in a play and we performed there. I remember the village as being very pleasant indeed. I don't much like gangs around me either, you're not alone there! I shall have to go sometime and check it out. The museum really appeals to me, but the town is sounding less so.......
March 3rd, 2019  
@30pics4jackiesdiamond agree! We couldn’t believe it!
March 3rd, 2019  
Great statue!
March 3rd, 2019  
It's a good likeness.
March 3rd, 2019  
You were over my way!
March 3rd, 2019  
My Mum lives in Thetford and the town has definitely gone down hill over the years.
March 3rd, 2019  
@gillian1912 we were briefly.
March 3rd, 2019  
What a life like statue - a great find and capture !
March 3rd, 2019  
A fabulous likeness and a cool find
March 3rd, 2019  
Instantly recognisable!
March 3rd, 2019  
So good that he has been remembered.
March 3rd, 2019  
A great statue!
March 4th, 2019  
Nice capture of this great statue
March 4th, 2019  
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