A collection of artwork created by young people is set to brighten stations along one of Scotland’s most scenic rail routes.
The Borders Railway, which runs from Edinburgh Waverley railway station through Midlothian and into the Scottish Borders, will soon feature posters designed by pupils celebrating the area’s culture, heritage and visitor attractions.
The artwork is the result of a national schools competition, Art Along the Borders Railway Line, organised by ScotRail, the Borders Railway Community Partnership and The Great Tapestry of Scotland.
Nearly 200 entries were submitted, with pupils from across Scotland invited to design posters encouraging visitors to explore the railway and the surrounding region.
Paul McKay, communications director at ScotRail, said: “ScotRail is committed to making a positive impact on communities across the country, and this is an excellent example of that.
“The project has helped to connect young people with rail travel and the communities in the Borders.”
Twelve winning designs have been selected and will now be reproduced and displayed at stations along the route.
The artwork has also been framed and is currently on display at the Great Tapestry of Scotland visitor centre.
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Judith Cleghorn, vice chair of the Borders Railway Community Partnership, said: “The standard of artwork was exceptionally high, and with nearly 200 entries, it was very difficult to choose the winners.”
The exhibition opened to the public on March 28 following a preview event for winners, their families and invited guests the previous day.
All entries are also being showcased digitally as part of the exhibition.
The competition forms part of a wider effort to strengthen links between communities along the Borders Railway and encourage rail travel across the region.
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