The Coldstones Cut Story
Coldstones Quarry sits atop Greenhow Hill as one of England’s highest and deepest quarries, though it remains hidden by its location.
In 2006, after boundary changes, planners decided to replace the simple viewing platform with something lasting that would attract visitors.
With guidance from The Henry Moore Institute, Nidderdale Visual Arts and Hanson Aggregates commissioned sculptor Andrew Sabin to design the project.
Over the next three years, the team refined the artistic vision, resolved engineering challenges, and finalized construction methodologies.
Meanwhile, public consultation revealed strong support, leading to the formation of a delivery team that included Harrogate Council and The Nidderdale Plus Partnership.
By 2009, planning permission was granted, and funding was secured from Arts Council England and the Aggregates Levy.
Construction began in March 2010, and finally, Dr. Penelope Curtis, Director of Tate Britain, officially opened The Coldstones Cut on 16th September 2010.