Local heroes to adorn cycle path benches

LONDONDERRY residents are being given the historic chance to immortalise their local champions in steel as part of an art initiative from the UK charity Sustrans, which is enabling people to make more of their every day journeys by foot, bike and public transport.
By The Newsroom
Published 9th Dec 2010, 09:24 BST

Scheme Manager for Sustrans, Ross McGill, said: "We're really looking forward to seeing who or what residents want to select as their local champions and immortalise in steel.

"Be it historical figures, mythical characters or pillars of the local community, anything can be nominated for the portrait bench, which will provide a focal point on the new walking and cycling routes across the city."

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Mayor Colum Eastwood said: "This is a wonderful opportunity to enhance the city's walk and cycle network whilst celebrating some of the people who have helped shape our city and region.

"I would encourage everyone to vote for their local champion and I look forward to the eventual unveiling of the project."

Sustrans is adding Portrait Benches to new Connect2 routes across the UK. The benches offer cyclists and walkers a chance to rest as they make their way along the route, while reflecting on the local landscape.

Closing date for nominations is January 31, 2011, with the three winning nominations announced in February.

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A leaflet with nomination form has been produced and available at various points around the city. It can also be downloaded from Council website at: www.derrycity.gov.uk(Access or by contacting Sustrans on (028) 7136 5151.

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