The Rochford Art Trail was launched on Saturday 7 November at Rochford Library.

The day included arts workshops and a gathering that brought together local people to celebrate a community arts and health trail that continues to be on display until 15th November. 

The Art Trail was officially launched by  The Chairman of Rochford District Council, Councillor Tony Humphries, who spoke warmly about the benefits of arts for health and well-being, and the entrepreneurial aspects to the trail in giving opportunities to local artists and businesses to increase their profile and sell their goods.

The Chairman said: “I’m privileged and pleased to be involved in the Art Trail and am looking forward to exploring it.” 

 More than  100 people attended the library, including 50 guests who were present at the official launch. Activities included autumnal pastel drawing and an innovative ‘make your own drawing robot’. 

Venues participating in the trail include Rochford Hospital, Rochford Adult Community Learning College, as well as the council offices, local cafes, greengrocers, medical centre, mental health drop in centre and many local businesses and banks. 

Rochford Art Trail was funded by South Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust and Rochford Local Strategic Partnership as part of the Open Arts project, working in partnership with Rochford District Council, Rochford Adult Learning and Rochford Library.