TWO new murals at the Horse and Groom Square in Goldthorpe are set to be painted - and residents are being encouraged to take part.

Artists Tom Jackson and Craig Evans - who work together as STATIC - drew up the design for the public square following widespread consultation with people of all ages in the Dearne.

There will be a large mural on the exterior wall of Goldthorpe Library and a smaller, companion piece on the wall at the rear of the square.

Members of the Dearne community are being encouraged to play their part in creating the library mural at a special public painting day from 12pm to 4pm on Saturday, April 26.

Tickets can be booked on the council’s website.

Craig said: “We are really looking forward to getting started on the murals.

“The designs have direct references from the engagement sessions we held and we’re hoping that we’ll have the opportunity to find out more about Goldthorpe and the Dearne during the time we’re on site.

“We’ve had a really positive response to the project so far and we look forward to being part of the transformation of this space and helping to make it a place where people come and stories are told for years to come.”

Matthew Stephens, chair of the Goldthorpe Town Board, added: “I am so proud we have had so much input from local residents.

“The mural design is vibrant and energetic and sets the tone for our wider vision for Goldthorpe, building on the work already undertaken.

“I’m sure this great new artwork will stand the test of time as a focal point for the fantastic new Horse and Groom Square.”