art – Rickmansworth & District Residents' Association

Artists needed: Design these electric charging feeder pillars before 27th May

Message from Batchworth County Council (BCC).

As part of our Electric Vehicle Charging Points Project, BCC are organising the painting of feeder pillars which will be adjacent to the charging points located here:

High Street West (M&S)
Talbot Road West (slightly smaller feeder pillar)

The painting of the feeder pillars is being funded by the Charging Point Operator.

The feeder pillars measure 2000mm W x 500mm D x 2000mm H. On one side they will have doors. The Feeder Pillars will be delivered in green. One of these feeder pillars is installed in the lower floor of Three Rivers House carpark if you would like to view.

Once the feeder pillar are installed in your area, we recommend visiting to see how visible it is and what side you’d like painted. Some feeder pillars may be in more visible locations than others.

Designs need to be submitted to tom.rankin@threerivers.gov.uk by the 27th of May 2025.

Please provide a high-res copy of the designs and any indication of the size you would like and the side of the feeder pillar. We will liaise with an artist to have designs interpreted and painted on the feeder pillars.

Download further information and measurement drawings here

Calling All Artists in Rickmansworth!

Sustainable Three Rivers, the organisation behind the much-loved Community Garden in Rickmansworth, is on a mission to celebrate and highlight the importance of nature, wildlife and biodiversity especially in our area. With the generous support of Councillors Paula Hiscocks and Reena Ranger OBE, they are thrilled to announce an exciting art competition open to all Rickmansworth residents!

The winning pieces will be featured on six panels in the subway connecting the west of Rickmansworth to the town centre, creating a beautiful and inspiring space for the community to enjoy.

We’re inviting you to create a painting, drawing, or sketch, in a square format (e.g. 21cm x 21cm), inspired by the local nature that makes Rickmansworth so special. From the serene beauty of the Aquadrome and Stocker’s Lake to the charm of Woodoaks Farm, the Community Garden, and the Rose Garden, there’s no shortage of inspiration.

How to Enter:
Send a high resolution photo of your artwork minimum size 3MB, by 26 January 2025 to hello@sustainablethreerivers.org.

Include your name, address, contact details (email or phone number), and age (if under 18).
A panel of judges will select the winning entries, and successful artists will be contacted by 28 February 2025. Winners will need to provide original artwork.

The finished panels will be installed in the subway this spring.

Don’t miss this chance to share your talent and leave your mark on Rickmansworth. We can’t wait to see your creations!