New mural brightens up Swindon subway

By Barrie Hudson - 10 April 2025

CommunityArts and Culture
  • From left: artist: Ed Poster, West Swindon Parish Councillors Suresh Gattapur, Trish Philpot, Caryl Sydney Smith and Graham Philpot

    From left: artist: Ed Poster, West Swindon Parish Councillors Suresh Gattapur, Trish Philpot, Caryl Sydney Smith and Graham Philpot

West Swindon Parish Council has unveil a new mural called The Bear’s Picnic at Roughmoor Way subway near by Brookfield School.

Created by renowned local artist Ed Poster and commissioned by the Parish Council, the mural features the artist's distinctive style and incorporates the location of the subway near an old orchard.
Taking the theme of a Teddy Bear’s Picnic, the piece has completely transformed the subway walls.
West Swindon Parish Council Chair Chair Cllr Rose Llewellyn said: "We are thrilled to add another new mural as part of our commitment to improve our local environment. 
"Ed has done a brilliant job, and we’re proud to include this work in our growing Art Trail across the parish."  
The Art Trail, promoted by the parish council, highlights the many sculptures and murals within the parish across a six-mile route, encouraging residents to explore and enjoy art in their neighbourhoods.  
The Trail map can be found at https://www.westswindon-pc.gov.uk/west-swindon-art-trail

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