A LOCAL music legend has unveiled new artwork at Alderley Edge railway station.
Peter Hook, of Joy Division and New Order fame, who lives in the village, met volunteers on Friday to reveal a set of historic images.
Artist Eamonn Murphy has captured a historic first-class 1840s rail carriage on the Manchester bound platform.
A set of four images depicting the view from The Edge, one of Cheshire’s best-loved landmarks, are depicted in alcoves on the main station building.
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Chris Jackson, regional director at Northern, said: “I’d like to thank everyone who has been involved in commissioning and creating these wonderful pieces of art.
Four images depicting the view from The Edge are on display in alcoves on the main station building
“As well as complementing our broader station improvement strategy, these colourful works are welcoming for anyone arriving at the station and are something for everyone in the community to embrace, enjoy and be proud of.”
Eamonn's work can be seen at many stations in the area including Heaton Chapel, Rose Hill and Disley.
Eamonn, from Stockport, has created more than 70 artworks featuring landmarks and places of interest accessible from stations on the Crewe to Manchester, and South East Manchester lines.
Eamonn said: “It is an honour to be invited to contribute to the excellent work being done by Alderley Edge Station Volunteer Group and great to see the support of local residents.”
The artworks were commissioned by the Community Rail Partnership and Alderley Edge Station Volunteer Group and funded by Northern and Waitrose & Partners.
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