Community work to revamp park shelter

The shelter in Tiverton's People's Park has received a much needed revamp thanks to efforts of the local community

The shelter in Tiverton's People's Park has had a revamp revamp thanks to the efforts of the local council and community.

It was once used a popular place for local people to meet and socialise but repeated problems with antisocial behaviour and vandalism led to it being boarded up with metal sheeting, Mid Devon District Council said.

The council and trustees of the park have now carried out work including commissioning four murals, redecorating and general repairs to "bring it back into community use".

Les Cruwys, chairman of People's Park Trust said it was "wonderful" to see it open again.

'History of the town'

She said: "Due to antisocial behaviour this beautiful shelter had to be boarded up and it's wonderful to see it open again.

"The new undercover seating around the outside will allow people to sit and enjoy not only the artwork but the beautiful surroundings of People’s Park.

"The artists have captured the history of the town and the park wonderfully."

Ethan Billing, Sophie Mullins, Emma and Kezia Mullins were commissioned by the council to work with the local community to come up with designs.

The murals have been created by four local artists

The murals depict people’s memories from the park over the years.

Mr Billing said: "I was excited to get my work in a public space and add some colour to an area, which was unfortunately previously out of use.

"I am very happy with how my work on the mural has turned out and I think the mural as a whole looks great."

The council now hopes to install ramp access to the shelter.