Woodland creature makes appearance in Stonehouse
08 July 25
A woodland wonderland has popped up on a communal wall in Stonehouse. The brainchild of popular mural artist and long-standing PCH collaborator Jordan Lauder, AKA SpraySaint, the mural is breathing new life into a tired and grey suburban area, that was previously popular for tagging and vandalism.
The neglected wall has been turned into a celebration of wildlife – using art to inspire pride, reduce anti-social behaviour and strengthen community cohesion. For PCH, reducing the frequency of graffiti removal and repairs, our teams can focus on other priorities in the area - our housing and repairs teams can concentrate on delivering our essential services to residents.
This initiative aligns with Devon and Cornwall Police’s Love Stonehouse campaign, which brings PCH together with other partners such as local schools, and community leaders to tackle long-standing issues in the area.
This mural isn’t the first in Stonehouse in recent months – and certainly won’t be the last as PCH look to work together with other local artists to create brighter spaces that people can be proud of.
Keep an eye out for an upcoming consultation with local children to help design our biggest project yet – with an ocean theme.
PCH contractors Ian Williams were also involved, ensuring the walls were washed down and prepared ready for the artwork as part of the social value offered in their contract.
Nic Stockman, Housing Officer for PCH said: “This is more than just a mural, it’s a statement that we care about this area, its people, and its future. By investing in murals that brighten and enhance the area, PCH hopes to send a clear message - these spaces matter.
“We hope that this project will create a lasting and positive impact, not only improving the area visually but helping to reduce ASB and improve the community and demonstrate our values as an organisation by investing in this area.”
