Stafford Train Station Artwork
To celebrate Stafford Train Station’s bee & pollinator friendly status Proteanart was commisioned to run creative sessions with various community groups and to create an artwork piece for display in Stafford Train Station in 2026.
The artwork had several objectives: to involve the local community in the making; to engage visitors and passengers; and to highlight the station’s pollinator friendly status.
This has been done with prominent, colourful and eye-catching metal flowers made from recycled soda cans covered in metal versions of pollinating insects - and with prominent copper-covered letters S T A F F O R D to welcome travellers.
The project has been made possible by Avanti West Coast and North Staffs Rail Partnership.
Artwork in the studio while being created
“How many pollinators can you spot?”
“A fantastic time. Has improved my mental health. I’m so proud of what I’ve achieved. Who would have thought that old cans could be so lovely. Thank you Debbie - the other participants were so friendly.”
“Really enjoyed taking part - happy to see my artwork at Stafford train station - 10/10 - recommend!”