Great British Rail Anglia and Commission Projects have commissioned Turner Prize nominee Mark Titchner to create a new public art installation at Cambridge South station, ahead of its opening, to highlight the station’s role as a gateway between some of Cambridge’s most significant destinations. His resulting work, ‘Together We’, was developed after extensive research into the station’s setting and local history.

Positioned between the Cambridge Biomedical Campus and Hobsons Park, the station was planned with a public art feature intended to reflect both the area’s scientific importance and its growing residential communities.

The artwork examines themes of connection and movement, taking inspiration from transport networks and the circulation of blood. Titchner drew on the legacy of Cambridge physician William Harvey, whose work helped advance understanding of the circulatory system. Text and typography, recurring features of the artist’s practice, form a key part of the design.

Created with London Mural Company and principal contractor Murphy, the installation has been applied to the balustrades of the station’s prominent staircases above the two entrances. An animated digital version will also be available through a downloadable QR code.

The project extends beyond the station through a programme involving three local primary schools, where pupils will take part in workshops and activities exploring typography, community, and positive messages.

“I’m very grateful to have had the opportunity to develop and realise ‘Together We’ for Cambridge South station, which will serve as a major new gateway into the city. This commission has enabled me to create a long‑form public text work, something I’ve wanted to pursue for a long time.

“I hope the piece gradually reveals itself to those who use the station offering, moments of reflection as they move through their daily journeys. I very much appreciate all the support I’ve received throughout the process of taking this work from concept to realisation.”

Mark Titchner.

“It has been a pleasure to have worked with Commission Projects and Mark Titchner to support the development of the artwork for the new station.

“When customers enter the station, they will be presented with Mark’s concept giving them an opportunity to enjoy and consider what it means to them before catching their train service.

“We are looking forward to welcoming all our first customers to their new station at the end of the month”.

Sanjay Patel, GBR Anglia sponsor for the Cambridge South station project.