Community Alleyway Art Project

Unveiling on 28th October at 10.00am

Sitting in the heart of Oxford, Cowley is a multi cultural community, a bustling and eclectic mix of cultures.

Here lies a small strip of land that is well used by the community providing access to Lark Rise School, cut through to Florence Park and short cut to the local shops and access to the City Centre.

Since the spring a few volunteers have planted, pruned and watered an array of plants and flowers that have transformed the area into a vibrant, uplifting and welcoming space that is being enjoyed by young and old in the community.

It has been nothing short of miraculous how this small space has affected so many people and I quote, “brightened their day”, “lifted their spirits”, “made them smile” and “improved their mental health”. This small area has inspired people to plant in their own gardens/containers and take an interest in what’s growing and how they can get involved.

The "flower power" has also had another benefit by eradicating littering, stopping loitering and anti social activities.

We have been so lucky with the weather, the week was unusually hot and sunny and Lisa our artist got a great start. Our mural is now complete with a little addition to the adjacent wall. Come along and join us on Saturday 28th October. At 10.00am we are having a grand unveiling on the 28th October allowing you to see the Mural in all its glory and giving us the opportunity to thank everyone for your help and support. See you there....