IC ART programme

The district of Irlam and Cadishead is home to several large scale unique and impressive pieces of art thanks to the collaborative working of HDT with local skilled artist Rachelle Cleary.

Rachelle was tasked with researching local history and producing large scale art pieces that showcased the area’s rich heritage from the time of the industrial revolution including the railways, Manchester Ship Canal, and former local industries such as the Steelworks, CWS Soap Works and Margarine Works and many more. The finished pieces are stunning and brighten up the district, as well as showcasing the history of the area. The pieces are large scale yet detailed and intricate in their attention to times gone by. All artwork pieces are on full public view and free to enjoy.

Click here view a collection of some of the pieces.

Since 2020 the IC ART programme has included Rachelle and HDT team members working in conjunction with students and teachers from the local schools and Scouts groups to help design further art pieces, whilst at the same time sharing the fascinating history of their area.

With a new Project Manager for Arts and Heritage joining the HDT team in 2022, we are looking to further develop art in the district in its various forms.

Posted on: 8th August 2020