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Originally Posted by Sonnart
There is the Venus and Cupid sculpture in Morecambe that is said to be in memory of those lost at sea, including the cockle pickers:
Bay Views: Venus and Cupid, Morecambe Promenade
I personally think it would have been better suited to where it was originally supposed to be placed (St Georges Quay Lancaster), as I think that having it as a tribute, when it was not originally designed to be a tribute is stretching it a bit........ throwing in a reason after it was made, rather than being made for that reason.
Useful definition of Kopje, thanks 
Sonnart |
The statue is not really for the cocklers as far as I know, that's the first I've heard of it. There is a memorial garden to them on the prom in the centre of town.
However the statue nearly disappeared recently:
BBC News - Venus and Cupid fund may lead to Morecambe arts trust