Giant mural in Leicester celebrates market's 700 year history
It even shows of the county's famous cheeses!
A large mural 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.
It features images of suffragette Alice Hawkins, who would have given public speeches in the market.
Another political figure show former Prime Minister Ramsey McDonald, who also served as an MP for the city in the early 1900s.
Local produce such as Stilton and Red Leicester cheeses are among the images on the mural.
Designed by Graffwerk, the mural cost £28,000 which is funded through the market regeneration budget.
Leicester City Mayor Peter Soulsby said: “I’m very pleased that we are once again able to work with Graffwerk to create such as stunning piece of public artwork, celebrating both the history and current role of such an important landmark."
Graffwerk’s Izzy Hoskins added: “We are really excited to be delivering this mural working with five local artists. It's been great to learn about the heritage of the site as the designs have been developed.
“Murals are a great way to showcase heritage and the feedback so far has been incredible.”