Love is set in stone for Telford’s 50th anniversary
Inspirational statements written by the public have been set in stone to celebrate Telford’s 50th anniversary.
Displayed around Southwater Square, the short statements about the borough take the form of five stone paving commissions.
The statements were suggested by members of the public following a call for people to submit their thoughts on how they felt about the town earlier this year.
Each stone sits at the bottom of one of the gold lighting wands in Southwater, each representing a decade since Telford was born in 1968.
The five statements read: “Telford, our home since 29 November 1968,” “Birthplace of the industrial revolution,” “History of mining and industry, a spirit of innovation and enterprise,” “A diverse and inspiring community – Let us live in peace, prosperity and friendship,” and “Nothing great is easy” – said by Captain Matthew Webb from Telford, the first person to swim the English Channel for sport without the use of artificial aids.
Hollinswood and Randlay Primary Schools were among those that submitted their comments.
Lynda Stolic, headteacher of Randlay Primary School, said: “We are delighted to have been involved in this project, celebrating Telford’s 50th birthday.
“It’s been remarkable to see how our pupils feel about Telford, their love for the town and to bring our contribution to something that the next generations will enjoy as well.”
Glenn Atkinson, headteacher of Hollinswood Primary School added: “Our young people have done really well in sharing their thoughts of Telford and it’s been great to see them so proud of our borough and of its achievements.”
Councillor Rae Evans, cabinet member for people services, tourism & partnerships, said: “Throughout the year people and communities in our borough have engaged in various projects, activities and events to leave a legacy for Telford 50. The Southwater project is another great example of what people from Telford today feel and love about the borough they call home.”
The Southwater project sits alongside the range of Telford 50 legacy projects that have been funded by the council’s £2 million Telford 50 Legacy Fund.
