Shinfield call for public art proposals

Shinfield Parish Council Unveils Exciting Public Art Project to Celebrate Vibrant New Village Centre

Shinfield, Berkshire – August 2025 — Shinfield Parish Council, together with Arts4Wokingham, is thrilled to announce the launch of a new public art project to commission a new sculpture that will serve as the final piece in the development of Shinfield’s new village centre.

This exciting competition is now open and warmly invites artists from all corners of the UK and beyond to submit their visionary proposals for a permanent public artwork. The chosen piece will not only reflect Shinfield’s unique identity and spirit but will also become a lasting symbol of community pride and togetherness. The unveiling of the winning design is set for May 2027—a date that promises to be a true celebration for everyone in Shinfield.

Key Information

Competition Launch: August 2025

Submission Deadline: 24th October 2025

Winner Announced: March 2026

Sculpture Unveiling: May 2027

Eligibility: Open to all professional artists and sculptors

Theme: Community, identity, and the future of Shinfield

Purpose and Vision The Parish Council is committed to making the parish SHINE (Safer, Healthier, Interesting, Neighbourhoods & Engaging everyone) and this competition is aimed at making the parish a more interesting place to live.

Cllr Raj Tatla, Chair of Shinfield Parish Council, said: “We’re proud to support a project that not only enhances our public spaces but also celebrates the creativity and diversity of Shinfield.”