A major public art initiative is set to breathe new life into Bridgwater’s town centre as part of an urban regeneration effort. Over 1,800 individually designed bricks will soon adorn previously plain walls, turning them into vibrant canvases of creativity and community expression.
The project, developed under the Creative Commissions scheme and backed by the government’s Town Deal funding, aims to enhance the visual appeal of the town while actively involving local residents. Community members of all ages, including schoolchildren, artists, and residents, have contributed to the hand-crafted bricks, each bearing its own distinctive pattern, inscription, or artistic imprint.
Installation of the bricks is due to begin this summer and will span multiple sites throughout the town centre. Locations selected for this creative transformation include Angel Crescent, Clare Street, Fore Street, Eastover, and the area surrounding the library. The artworks will be permanently embedded into building façades, stairways, and passageways, replacing dull surfaces with bursts of colour and culture.
Artist Fiona Campbell, known for her community-driven projects and sustainable art, has led the creative process. She collaborated with a wide cross-section of the public through a series of hands-on workshops to ensure the final pieces reflect Bridgwater’s unique identity and history. The initiative also holds economic and social goals beyond beautification. It forms part of a broader strategy to rejuvenate the town centre, increase footfall, and build a sense of local pride. With the support of Sedgemoor District Council and local organisations, the project aspires to make Bridgwater a more engaging and welcoming place for both residents and visitors.
As work progresses, residents are encouraged to follow the developments and see if they can spot their own contributions among the 1,800 miniature masterpieces that will soon decorate the heart of Bridgwater.
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