A vibrant new mural celebrating the spirit of Wellington has taken shape at the Kings Arms Community Hub, thanks to the creativity and hard work of students from Court Fields School.

The school was approached by Wellington Town Council with a special request — to design and paint a mural inspired by the town itself.

Rising to the challenge, Year 9 students kicked off the project with enthusiasm and artistic flair.

On the first day, they tackled the complex task of mixing all the colours from scratch, using only the primary colours along with black and white. This hands-on approach not only tested their colour theory skills but also brought a unique authenticity to the mural.

Day two saw the baton passed to the school’s talented GCSE Art students, who added the finishing touches. They refined the edges, applied a second coat, and brought the mural to life with detailed elements such as flower beds — all while working in sweltering heat.

All materials for the mural were generously funded and donated by the Wellington Rotary Club.

The aim is to turn the High Street venue, The King’s Arms, into a safe and fun space for children and adults around Wellington, offering a range of accessible services.

The result is a stunning piece of community art that aims to reflect both the heritage and vibrancy of Wellington. The mural will be unveiled to the public at the official launch of the Kings Arms Community Hub later this year.

Mrs Binmore, art teacher at Court Fields School, said: “The students did an amazing job, especially considering the heat involved. Well done to all involved.”

The hub is currently set to open gradually over the course of this month (July), with an official launch expected in September.