Walton could be in line for some vibrant new artwork

Councillor Ann Oxley has written to Tendring Council to  request permission to transform the Kino toilets into a bold and vibrant piece of community artwork.

The idea is inspired by the recent success of murals around the town, including the striking work of East Coast 5 by Chris Bardell.

Colour – An octopus mural on buildings in Walton (Image: Councillor Pierre Oxley) The project would be delivered at no cost to the council, with designs submitted in advance for approval.

If agreed, the project would be a team effort between artists and community groups.

Eastern influence – Art like this could go up in Walton (Image: Councillor Pierre Oxley) Mrs Oxley said: “We’ve seen how public art can lift an area, attract visitors and instil pride.

“The Kino toilets are a key part of our seafront, and we want to turn them into a visual asset, not an eyesore.

“This is all about community, creativity, colour and making Walton somewhere we can all feel proud of.”

She said the project would help to improve the appearance of the much-used facility, deter graffiti and vandalism, as well as bringing together people in the community.