Prescot Shopping Centre mural by ATMstreetart

Prescot Town Centre

Inspired by the Prescot’s fascinating links to Shakespeare and the use of birds within his works, the mural was created by London based street artist Mark Anthony (ATMstreetart) who paints endangered birds and those threatened with extinction. His wildlife murals fill walls across Europe and inspire people to take part in local regeneration efforts.

In this mural, Mark was inspired by Knowsley Safari and their extremely rigorous bird monitoring program. In the mural you can see a Lesser Spotted Woodpecker in the left foreground, along with a Coal Tit, Lesser Redpoll and Goldcrest on the right. There is also a Buzzard flying in the distance – a bird that has flourished in recent years due to greater protection and the positive effects of nature conservation.

This project has been delivered as part of Prescot High Street Heritage Action Zone, funded by Knowsley Council and Historic England.