A GRAFFITI hotspot in town has been transformed with a vibrant mural that celebrates biodiversity and pollinators.

The underpass under the Sainsbury’s roundabout on the A322 Bagshot Road, previously had plain white walls, providing a blank canvas for graffiti.

However, the new artwork, hand painted by artist Lynne Hollingsworth and her team, has breathed new life into the area, making it a more welcoming space for pedestrians and cyclists.

The mural has been designed to appeal to all ages and is dementia friendly with simple colours and bold shapes.

Oak leaves, daffodils, daisies and bees can all be spotted in the artwork giving a nod to the beautiful green spaces across the borough.

Bracknell Forest Council's Executive Member for Environment and Community Cohesion, Cllr Helen Purnell, explained that the popular pedestrian route has often fallen prey to vandalism, but the mural should help to tackle this issue by serving as a blank canvas for creative expression.

She said: "We are delighted with the results of the artwork in the underpass on the A322.

“We know this is a popular pedestrian route that has often been vandalised, so to protect this mural for years to come, it has been coated with anti-graffiti paint.

“Pedestrians can enjoy a glimpse of the Bracknell Forest countryside on their travels through the underpass, bringing a bit of green to a busy main road.”

The mural is coated with anti-graffiti paint, guaranteeing that it is safeguarded for years to come.

Additionally, vegetation overgrowth surrounding underpasses across the borough has been cleared, helping to let in more natural light, and ultimately reducing feelings of enclosure for pedestrians and cyclists alike.

The vibrant underpass artwork highlights the success of making Bracknell Forest more walkable and safer for pedestrians and cyclists, ensuring that public spaces across the borough are protected from vandalism and positively showcasing the borough's natural beauty.