This summer, the streets of Newcastle-under-Lyme will come alive with colour, creativity and community as Newcastle-under-Lyme BID are inviting people of all ages to submit artwork to be featured in a flag installation across High Street, Ironmarket and Castle Walk. 

70 designs will be turned into vibrant flags that will brighten up key town centre locations all summer long.

They will be accepting entries in three age groups with a town centre prize (or cash alternative) for the over all winner of each category:

• Up to 9 years old
• 10–17 years old
• 18+ (Adults)

The designs must follow the theme of “People and Place”, showing what makes the town special to you. Your design can be:

• A local landmark like the Guildhall, Brampton Museum, Queen’s Gardens etc
• A favourite shop, park or corner of the town.
• People you know - friends, family or a self portrait.
• Anything that shows the connection between people and the place we all call ‘Castle.

Entries can use paint or drawing using on A4 or A3, and can be submitted via email at hello@nulbid.co.uk or drop it off at Newcastle BID Offices, 4 Fogg Street, Newcastle-under-Lyme. The deadline is Friday 23 May.

One overall winner from each age group will receive a prize to the value of £150, whilst all selected artists will have their work proudly displayed in the town.