Maldon Promenade Park, created exciting street art initiative with brave arts

Maldon Promenade Park, created as part of an exciting street art initiative

mural in Maldon Promenade Park, created as part of an exciting street art initiative funded by the Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner for Essex Safer Streets Fund, and delivered in partnership with the Maldon District Community Safety Fund.

The mural, near to the soon-to-be-built skate park, was brought to life by Essex-based artists Brave Arts. e post’s SEO, include a keyword in the title.

We're proud to announce the completion of a new community mural in Maldon Promenade Park, created as part of an exciting street art initiative funded by the Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner for Essex Safer Streets Fund, and delivered in partnership with the Maldon District Community Safety Fund.

The mural, near to the soon-to-be-built skate park, was brought to life by Essex-based artists Brave Arts. The design is inspired by ideas from Plume Academy students, who also got hands-on and painted parts of the mural.

Cllr Richard Siddall, Leader of the Council, visited the students last week and was full of praise for their creativity and energy. He said: “It was great to see so many students involved in contributing to this amazing piece of artwork. It captures just what we wanted with the new skate park starting soon together with our nautical theme and heritage landscapes. The feedback from visitors has been very positive and it certainly brings a smile to everyone’s face.”

Roger Hirst, Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner for Essex, added: “We were pleased to support this exciting project through our Safer Streets Fund. This project is the first of many happening in the Maldon District, with additional CCTV and lighting, a bespoke youth shelter and social seating being installed as part of the new skate park being delivered by Maldon District Council. In the Police and Crime Plan 2024-2028 we state our aim of working with young people to build resilience and strengthen those factors which are known to prevent and reduce serious violence. A project such as this, providing equipment for young people is one of those factors, so it is pleasing to see so many students involved in this project and creating a sense of ownership.”

Spencer Clarke, Community Safety Manager at Maldon District Council, highlighted the importance of youth involvement: “Involving young people in decision making is vital. We worked with Make Space for Girls and Social Place last year to ensure that the design of our new skate parks is more inclusive and fit for all users. The ideas for using bright and vibrant colours for the mural came from local students, and we are delighted that some of them were able to get hands on and help with the artwork. Works on the new skate park will be commencing soon and as part of this, you will see more safety features added like cameras and lighting in the coming months.”

This mural is a celebration of creativity, community spirit and collaboration, and marks a significant step forward in making Promenade Park a safer, more inclusive and inspiring space for everyone.

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