#statue-unveiling

#statue-unveiling

The statues honor the deep connection between Tolkien and East Yorkshire, where he found inspiration during his time recovering from trench fever in 1917.

The statue was unveiled in London by three of Brian Haw's children, commemorating his nearly decade-long protest against UK and US foreign policy.

"Belfast wasn't just a place he performed, it was a city that shaped his musical journey and welcomed him like one of its own. From the early days when he played here, it became a second home, a source of inspiration, and a springboard to international success."