Sutton twin towns mural

The Sutton Twin Towns Mural is a public mosaic artwork in central Sutton showing symbols and artistic depictions of partner cities. The surface is made up of colored mosaic pieces divided into different sections, with each area highlighting features of a different partner town.

The artwork was created in 1993 by artist Gary Drostle as part of his contributions to public art in the London metropolitan area. It came about during a period when city partnerships in Europe were increasingly valued and made visible as expressions of international cooperation.

The mosaic displays symbols from Sutton's partner cities, allowing visitors to discover these international connections as they walk past. Each section tells the story of relationships between the town and its European partner communities through visual elements.

The mosaic is located at a central spot in Sutton and is easy to reach on foot, ideal for exploring during a walk around town. It is best to visit during daytime to see the mosaic details and colors in good light.

The artwork displays lesser-known European partner cities that many visitors would not associate with Sutton, opening unexpected perspectives on the town's international relationships. These hidden connections make the mosaic a discovery for those wanting to understand the global networking of local communities.