A series of planters shaped like a train has been built in Swindon in recognition of the town's railway heritage.

The planters, consisting of an engine and carriages, has been built in Tadpole Garden Village after a project led by the TGV in Bloom gardening group.

Local business BR Planters were commissioned for the project which was funded through a national lottery grant and the group’s fundraising.

Pete Welsh, chairman of TGV in Bloom, had the idea to brighten up the entrance to the village to make people smile as they pass.

“This has been probably my favourite project we have done to date,” he said.

“The train itself links both celebration of 100 years of The Flying Scotsman and Swindon’s rich railway history.

“It has brought together people in the village, supported a local business and given the village’s entrance a bit of colour.”

Money raised from a £500 St Andrew’s Parish Council grant was used to purchase extra plants and materials.

“We had been planning the installation for months and we grew on some of the plants used, rescued some and purchased some,” said Pete.

“The project has been all about people, from supporting local businesses to a way of improving the appearance of the village,” said Pete.

“It is a project that volunteers and residents can work on to promote positive mental wellbeing.”