Frustrations were shared at the weekend online about vandalism to the new sculptures…
The Contrast of Community Graft: This is the ultimate local frustration. On one side, you have the Town Council, local artists, school pupils with SEMH needs, and residents putting in genuine graft to install brilliant heritage signs and willow sculptures that celebrate Bridgwater's history. On the other, you have a mindless minority whose first instinct is to smash them up.
Infrastructure Under Siege: We are talking about delicate historical nods—like the workhouse brickwork made from the last remaining bricks in existence, which I’ve personally had to report and get repaired on two separate occasions—and fragile new community art pieces. When vandals target these spaces, they are actively working to keep our town looking run-down.
Demanding Real Accountability: This isn't just about complaining online; it's about matching community pride with proper enforcement. With the government looking into stronger consequences for parents of children involved in anti-social behaviour, we need clear institutional backing to protect our shared spaces. Now I am not saying it is youths who were responsible for the vandalism but I find it hard to believe that adults would have the motivation to wreck something children have lovingly put together and are proud of.
Backing Our Town: Imagine a town centre where investment in our heritage is fiercely protected by community solidarity and proper consequences for offenders. We need to stand shoulder-to-shoulder to support the people building Bridgwater up, rather than letting vandals drag it down.
Make Your Voice Heard: Let me know your thoughts on this, report local damage when you see it, and hit share to make sure everyone knows what's at stake for our town.
Flash examining the new sculptures
The nod to the old Brewery and the horse signs on buildings is a nice touch!
The new signs are so informative and go well with the area. I do worry about how long they will last!
