Collie and Mackenzie sculpture progress

Plans are progressing to erect a sculpture of two climbing heros of the Cuillin on the Isle of Skye. The planned statue aims to commemorate the achievements of Sconser man John Mackenzie and his internationally renowned climbing companion Norman Collie. The group behind the plans has already persuaded Scottish Hydro to remove the power lines which blighted the view of the Cuillin from Sligachan.

A £10,000 private donation is now allowing the group to start work on landscaping the statue site at Sligachan on Skye. The plans involve improving the entrance to the site, building gateways and a drystone wall. The group has raised £85,000 so far towards the project but still needs to raise more before the statue can be completed and put in place. Further details can be found on Skye Sculpture website.