Catch Me Who Can: 2,500 maps handed out as visitors flock to Bridgnorth art trail
More than 2,500 maps have been handed out as part of the Bridgnorth sculpture trail.
Bridgnorth Town Council says visitors have travelled from far and wide to catch a glimpse of the colourful locomotives, which are dotted around the town.
The trail was launched on July 28, with 25 shops making the maps available.
It has been welcomed by businesses for bringing in extra visitors and for ensuring that those who do visit stay longer and therefore spend more.
The miniature designs are a tribute to Bridgnorth’s historic train Catch Me Who Can, which was created in 1808.
Various artists from Bridgnorth have been invited to decorate the individual locomotive statues, with each piece being sponsored by a local business.
Organisers say members of the public have also been busy sharing their experiences across social media, with many people uploading selfies alongside the various designs.
Bridgnorth Running Club this week organised a jog to follow the two-mile trail route.
The group posted: “Last night Bridgnorth Running Club ran a 5km route around town with a difference.
“We followed the new Catch Me Who Can Art Trail, a great little route that allows you to see lots of what Bridgnorth has to offer.”
Newly-weds Rachael and Josh Thorley, visited Bridgnorth for an afternoon of loco spotting.
Rachael, who is originally from Eastbourne, said: “Josh and I completed Bridgnorth’s Art Trail today, 12 painted train statues have been placed around Bridgnorth forming a two-mile trail. We had great fun finding them all.”
Councillor Julia Buckley has managed the community project.
She said: “We wanted to do something that would pull visitors to our lovely town and really boost the local economy.
“We aim to make Bridgnorth a destination of choice but also provide a free and fun activity for all our visitors.”
For more information about the trail visit bridgnorth-art-trail.org.uk
