A COLOURFUL mural painted by local school children is being displayed on site at the Weavers Arms development in Rockwell Green, Wellington.

The scheme, which includes demolition of the Weavers Arms pub, the public toilet block next door and ten Woolaway properties in Oaken Ground, will provide 26 new council homes.

The artwork by pupils from Rockwell Green Primary School has been mounted on display boards to brighten the street scene for residents and passers-by while construction work takes place.

Materials for the 2.5 by 1.5 metre mural were funded by the council’s Tenants Forum.

Its chairman John Beaman said: “We are always looking for ways to improve the day-to-day experience for our communities and this project really fits that bill. It was a pleasure to be able to provide the raw materials which have given local children a chance to show their talent.”

School head teacher Morwenna Dunstan said: “It was a great project which involved the whole school. The children really enjoyed creating it, and are looking forward to seeing it every day on their way to school.”

Thomas, who is in the Year 6 Woodpecker Class said: “It was really fun being able to be creative and paint ourselves. I think it looks awesome and I am looking forward to seeing it in the village.”