MUM was the word when children from Chesham Primary School created artwork to wow thousands of shoppers.

The striking designs of 120 pupils aged six to 11 are currently decorating the Mill Gate Centre in Bury.

Youngsters took part in a workshop at their school in Talbot Grove, decorating large flowers and birds.

The children also collaged letters spelling the word ‘mum’ in celebration of Mother’s Day.

Marie Gribben, the Mill Gate Centre manager, attended the workshop. She said: "It was been fantastic to see the children being so creative.

“They have made some stunning artwork which makes a really eye catching display.”

The artwork will be on display in Upper Haymarket for the next few weeks.