Overview
- Mermaid Quay confirmed the fan-made memorial will be taken down as part of scheduled maintenance on the lower boardwalk.
- Caretaker Carol-Anne Hillman said the removal is expected at the end of April and that she will try to retrieve small items beforehand.
- Reasons cited for the decision include rotting wood, rusting ironwork and wider safety concerns at the site.
- Management says it hopes to work with the local community to explore a new plaque for Ianto Jones once the works conclude.
- Fans have expressed disappointment and launched an online petition, reflecting the shrine’s long-standing cultural resonance for Torchwood viewers, including LGBTQ+ audiences.