Young people's mural signposts to support services

A mural designed with the help of young people in Barnsley to promote local support services has been unveiled.

The artwork, titled Talking Tarn and created by artist Robyn Makings, depicts young people interacting with 10 different services, alongside QR codes leading to their websites.

Young people attended workshops held by charity Chilypep (Children and Young People's Empowerment Project) to develop the final design.

The piece, created in partnership with Chilypep and the Barnsley Civic arts centre, was installed on the bridge between Barnsley Interchange and the railway station.

Jason White, community engagement manager at the Barnsley Civic, said: "This project is an important step in both signposting young people to the tools they need for their wellbeing and contributing to the ongoing redevelopment of Eldon Street and the surrounding area."

Support groups featured on the mural include bereavement service Walk With Us, online mental wellbeing community Kooth, sexual health advisers Spectrum and Healthier Together, which focuses on family health.

Chantelle Parke, youth participation programme manager at Chilypep, said: "The positive energy and creativity that young people brought to this project testify to the power of youth voice.

"Talking Tarn was born from the desire to celebrate Barnsley's unique identity, spark conversations about mental health and create a welcoming space for both young people and travellers passing through the station and interchange.

"I hope it inspires reflection, conversation, hope and a sense of belonging among visitors and locals."

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