Roman Soldier found in woods by padlock

Roman Soldier found in woods

A quiet day today and I remembered that there were some wood carvings in a wood not far from me. Camera at the ready and of I went, sunshine and solitude. What a result, will have to visit again as I thought the light a little harsh but plenty of it. Anyway there were a number of carvings and loved the detail on this Roman soldier guarding the woods. Have a look at the "other" album for a modern take on The Lady of the Wood. Perhaps I found Arthur and his Queen!!!!!

What a find!!! Great capture. Who did the carvings? How wonderful that this adventure is available to you! Kind of a "Sherwood Forrest" kind of thing..
May 3rd, 2013  
Looks like Kielder Forest (northern) but I think you're more south. Be nice to have more info and responses, if you can.
May 3rd, 2013  
@ivan hi Ivan, they are in Broxbourne woods Hertfordshire , not sure if their history but will do some digging
May 3rd, 2013  
@eyesmile agree so lucky and only tempered them by off chance. Not in sherwood but broxbourne woods.
May 3rd, 2013  
@padlock Thank you, assume some Roman connection, await more with interest.
May 3rd, 2013  
Great shot.
May 3rd, 2013  
Nicely seen and captured
May 3rd, 2013  
What a good capture, I should imaging being stuck outside in winter he would be allowed to say out loud "Hail Ceasar", sorry.
May 3rd, 2013  
Wonderful find. Who'd have thought that would be in Broxbourne Woods? Well those living nearby I guess! Very good capture, I like the textures and colours on the carving.
May 3rd, 2013  
My Dad would have said 'He's got a Roman nose - roamin' all over his face' - (no jokes like the old jokes). What a great find and a lovely photo.
May 3rd, 2013  
That soldier looks as if he really means business - a very 'Who do you think you are?' expression on his face!
May 3rd, 2013  
His face looks surprisingly vulnerable in comparison with his strong stance.
May 3rd, 2013  
Very Interesting capture.
May 4th, 2013  
Amazing carving, and well composed
May 4th, 2013  
@ivan Hi Ivan, There a re a series of carvings and all by a guy called Dan Cordell looking at his site he tours a round the Uk and undertakes commissions such as these in the woods.
May 4th, 2013  
What an amazing fing & capture Padlock! : )
May 4th, 2013  
The light on this is fantastic - Lucy
May 4th, 2013  
Jeepers!! If you go down to the woods today you're sure of a big surprise...!!
May 4th, 2013  
what a great carving - I love coming across these things when out for a walk. nicely captured
May 5th, 2013  
Great find!
May 6th, 2013  
This is really good. It's very well done. I'm not sure where Broxbourne Woods are exactly, but I remember visits to Verulamium and know the Romans were fairly active in the area.
May 6th, 2013  
Wow what awesome find fav
May 7th, 2013  
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