Murals add colour to new rivers project
TWO large murals have been created in Bridgend and Maesteg as part of a new environmental project.
Children at Litchard and Garth primary schools helped a graffiti artist with the murals which have been installed at the Wildmill underpass near Bridgend town centre and along the length of a wall at the Oakwood estate in Maesteg.
Organisers said the murals, which portray scenes of nature, aim to encourage residents to help keep their community clean and safe both for people and wildlife.
As part of the initiative, children took part in minibeast hunts.
Future activities involve litter picks and clean-ups.
The project, called Reconnect With The Rivers, involved graffiti artist Bryce Davies from Peaceful Progress, and was funded by social housing provider Valleys to Coast and Natural Resources Wales.
Valleys to Coast community regeneration officer Rachel Morton said: “A priority for us is to help regenerate areas in the county borough, and to bring vibrancy, desirability and economic activity to make them more beautiful and viable.
“These murals will help towards creating thriving communities.”
Councillor Richard Young, Bridgend council’s cabinet member for communities, said: “These stunning murals are just one part of the Reconnect with the Rivers project, and I am delighted to see how the community has come together to get behind the initiative and offer its support.
“Thanks are due to Valleys to Coast, Natural Resources Wales, Keep Wales Tidy, Peaceful Progress, pupils and teachers at Litchard and Garth primary schools, and to all of the residents and volunteers who have helped make this such a big success.”