These are some examples of local art in Wokingham Borough, A4W would love to see a lot more public art especially in new developments.
Montague Park : “New Beginnings”. Fabricated in galvanised steel this huge butterfly represents new growth in Wokingham and celebrates the growing community at the David Wilson Homes development at Montague Park
The Water Babies – Charles Kingsleys “Water Babies” was immortalised by artist Lydia Karpinska and became Wokingham's first piece of public art when installed in 1999
Mosaic trail: Heelas Store. There are 10 beautifully cast mosaic roundels created by artist Rosalind Wates forming an art trail around Wokingham town centre – each one celebrating a different aspect of Wokingham's history and tradition. There is a downloadable app with accompanying narrative to follow this trail..

Mosaic trail: Everyman Cinema. Click on the image to link to artist Rosalind Wates.
Poppy Day: Market Square.The largest of the mosaic roundels. Shown here with a silhouette of a WW1 soldier.

This magnificent group of horses were created by Amy Goodman. They can be seen on the new housing development at Arborfield Green, the sunlight makes their Chestnut colour glow against the green leafy background. The sculptures were inspired by the history of the Arborfield Garrison being established as an army veterinary centre before the First World War


"Slug" Bench – This custom made bench was designed and created from sustainably sourced wood by Woodscape Street Furniture and has become a focal point during lockdown walks and outside coffee meets for local residents
Three murals hidden beneath layers of paint for decades were brought back to life by a team of art restorers as part of St. Crispin’s and Wokingham town’s heritage. Click on the image to read more.
Isabel Clifton Legacy piece : Designed by local artist Jane Bonney and fabricated by Thrussells this piece is installed at Elms Field and incorporates the White-Letter Hairstreak Butterfly, the Song Thrush and the English Elm – all species designated “at risk” by the commercial development of the area
The Methodist church commissioned artist Rosalind Wates to mosaic the fish onto metal bases made by Thrussells. The installation was made to celebrate 200 years of the Methodist church in Wokingham.
Loddon Mead graffiti zone. An innovative project involving young local artists. The cathedral like setting underneath the A329 gives this unusual art space a unique atmosphere. Click the image above to see it on YouTube:

Loddon Mead graffiti zone


Amazing wooden creatures in Elms Field, Wokingham. They were made by Stephen Radford

Loddon Mead graffiti zone

Loddon Mead graffiti zone

Loddon Mead graffiti zone


