Ianto’s shrine was created following the character’s death in Children of Earth: Day Four as part of the Save Ianto Campaign. It is located on Mermaid Quay in Cardiff, where the Torchwood tourist office was depicted to be in the show. Its caretaker is Carol-Anne Hillman.
History
Plaques
Two plaques next to the shrine read the following:
Plaque 1
Ianto Jones 1983-2009 Torchwood 3 Gave his life in defence of the children of this planet. The management of Mermaid Quay salutes you Note: Ianto Jones is a fictional character in the BBC television series Torchwood (part of the Doctor Who franchise) which was filmed in part at Mermaid Quay. Ianto died in a confrontation with an alien species known as the 456 in the Torchwood mini series Children of Earth which was first broadcast in the UK in July 2009. This is an impromptu memorial to the much-loved character.
Plaque 2
To the management and staff of Mermaid Quay In appreciation of your dedication in maintaining and safeguarding The Shrine Located outside the ‘Torchwood Tourist Office’ on Mermaid Quay. Established July 2009 by fans to symbolise their love and devotion to the Torchwood character, Ianto Jones Save Ianto Jones Campaign January 2010
Tributes
Tributes left at the shrine by fans include:
- Fanart
- Messages
- Decorations
- Neckties
- Flowers
- Coffee cups
- Balloons