The labyrinth is constructed from traditional Cornish stone hedging, and has taken over five years to fully complete. 

Located near Colliford Lake on Bodmin Moor, the labyrinth spans 56 metres and consists of a single path that meanders through artisan stonework, constructed to celebrate the distinct hedging styles from all 12 Cornwall Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) sections.

Mastermind behind the labyrinth is Cornish artist Will Coleman, who aimed to celebrate the ‘enduring legacy’ of Cornish hedging, which uses both stone and earth. 

Many types of regional materials were used by Coleman in its construction, such as Bodmin Moor granite and stone from West Penwith.

Every yard of hedge has a ‘marker disc’ made by local father and son duo, the Thrussels. Each sponsor is listed through these discs. 

Its magnificent centrepiece is made from steel and copper, and is a map of the maze seated on a round plinth of solid granite. 

The labyrinth’s pattern is based off of a 4,000 year-old pagan design used by tribes from the Siberian Tundra to the Isles of Scilly. According to Coleman, the labyrinth will be able to last for the coming 4,000 years.

A spokesperson for the project, which was commissioned by Cornwall National Landscape, said that it will be a ‘place to lose oneself, a moment in time, to appreciate nature and the beauty of the Cornish landscape.

‘This project would never have got off the ground without a team of committed individuals who have helped build hedges, create opportunities to learn about the craft, and share their knowledge and experience with others’.