Giant mural unveiled marking history of Leicester market

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The artwork includes images of suffragette Alice Hawkins and Stilton and Red Leicester cheeses.

A large mural on the side of a building has been unveiled near Leicester's outdoor market showcasing its 700-year history.

The artwork, which overlooks Green Dragon Square, is part of the city council's £7.5m regeneration scheme.Graffwerk, the team behind the mural, said: "The feedback so far has been incredible."Image source,The mural cost £28,000 and was funded by the City Council's £7.5m regeneration scheme Leicester Mayor Sir Peter Soulsby said: "I'm very pleased that we are able to create such a stunning piece of public artwork.

"Leicester Market has been trading for over 700 years, during which it has played its part in many historic events, including the political gatherings of prime minister Ramsay Macdonald and Suffragette Alice Hawkins. "The mural's images also evoke the long-lost historic landmarks which gave their name to the surrounding area, such as The Lion and Dolphin Inn and The Green Dragon."

 

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