A local artist has created a new colourful piece at Stockport Interchange.

They have created the art from thousands of recycled plastic bottle tops, drawing inspiration from the River Mersey.

A community event was held on the 8th November to unveil the artwork, where there were numerous stalls, games and activities.

Caitlin unveiled the art alongside Danny Vaughan, TfGM Chief Network Officer; Grace Baynham, Stockport Council Cabinet Member for Parks, Highways, and Transport Services; Paul Brearly, Deputy Lieutenant of Greater Manchester for Stockport Borough; and Nick Fairclough, Stewart Connell, and Yordanos Ermias, all of TfGM.

The community donated all of the bottle tops, where artist Caitlin Marie Atherton created the piece, assisted by 300 volunteers.

Caitlin is part of the Plastic Shed, which is an organisation which aims to unite people through art, specifically reusing plastic waste.

Ideas were put forward by local school children and community members for an idyllic River Mersey, which slows just next to the interchange.

The completed design features a range of wildlife, including a kingfisher, fish, a frog and ducks.

The art is a fantastic way to reduce waste while creating something beautiful and intriguing for people to look at and enjoy.

This piece will be on permanent display in the main area and is the second-largest artwork of its kind in the UK, also created by Caitlin at Merseyway.

“Much like the Bee Network itself, the success of this wonderful project is based on connecting communities, who, under the careful guidance of Caitlin, have helped to create an artwork that now takes pride of place at the award-winning Stockport Interchange.

“It was brilliant to then see so many people from the local community come together to unveil this fantastic new addition to the interchange. Thank you to everyone who helped to bring this piece of art to life.

“So next time you’re passing through on the train, having a wander around Viaduct Park or of course catching a Bee Network bus, make sure to have a look!”

Danny Vaughan, TfGM Chief Network Officer