Winsford Town Council and college join forces to transform subway

The council commissioned the college, which has a campus in the town, to produce pieces of art for the subway and students produced a range of pictures featuring Winsford landmarks.

A total of 24 pictures have been used to line the walls of the subway.

Winsford Town Council would like to thank Cllr Gina Lewis for her support in enabling this project to happen and Paul McVitty and his team from Cheshire West Street Care for cleaning and repainting the subway in preparation for the art installation. 

Laura Whitehead, chair of the Community Committee said: “We are immensely pleased with the result of Winsford Town Council’s Subway Art Project – a previously dark and uninviting subway has been transformed into a vibrant celebration of Winsford’s heritage, both past and present.

“It has been brilliant to work with Warrington and Vale Royal College staff and students and we are also delighted that local students have had the opportunity to develop their skills and gain experience as well as showcase their talent.

“They have made an immensely valuable contribution to their town that I am sure will be enjoyed and appreciated by all residents of Winsford.”

Student Lewis Knight said: "I’ve really enjoyed the project as a whole.

“I had to do a lot of research into the town I live in and as a result I’ve learnt so much more about it that I didn't already know.

“I put this knowledge to use and created illustrations of some of the best-known places in town, including historical landmarks.

“I feel like I have helped in terms of revamping the subway and bringing attention to the town in a positive way." 

Blake Woodward added: "I really like the way it all looks now it's been installed.

“I am really pleased my piece is near the entrance and is the first one you see walking in.”

Kieran Woodward said: "It’s like walking through a tunnel of the history of Winsford, taking you right through to the modern day.”