New community artwork unveiled at Newquay station

A new piece of community artwork created by pupils from Newquay Junior Academy has been unveiled at Newquay railway station.

The artwork was commissioned by the Devon and Cornwall Rail Partnership and led by Newquay-based artist Alissa Kindred.

Created during workshop sessions with the artist, the children used a mix of paint, collage and illustration to produce the design, which will welcome passengers arriving at the station.

Rebecca Catterall from the Devon and Cornwall Rail Partnership said the artwork had “further enhanced the station environment”.

She added: “I hope it will delight passengers who pass through the station with its wonderfully vibrant depiction of Newquay.”

Artist Alissa Kindred said it had been “a real pleasure and privilege” to work with the pupils.

She said: “From start to finish they showed great creativity and made something that truly belongs to them and captures Newquay.”

Lisa Mann, Deputy Head Teacher at Newquay Junior Academy, said pupils were proud to see their work displayed at the station.

Lee Goodson, Great Western Railway Station Manager for Newquay, said: “We’re thrilled to have this vibrant, eye-catching artwork take pride of place in Newquay station for our customers and colleagues to enjoy.

“It’s a welcome addition to the station just in time for the Mid Cornwall Metro services to start, which will nearly double the services between Par and Newquay and bring more visitors to the area.”

The project was funded through CrossCountry Trains’ Community Engagement Fund.

The Devon and Cornwall Rail Partnership promotes branch lines across the two counties and is a partnership between local authorities, the rail industry and the University of Plymouth.