MORE than 20 artists have expressed an interest in displaying their work in the soon to be completed Sunbridge Wells development in Bradford.

The project, which is transforming a network of Victorian tunnels under the city centre, is set to include a permanent art gallery alongside a host of independent shops, restaurants and bars.

The gallery is being headed up by artist Trafford Parsons, who has met with other contributors keen to showcase their work.

“There has been a great amount of interest and there are already enough people to hold an initial exhibition,” he said.

“The standard of work was very high, including painters, photographers and multimedia artists, so it is exciting times ahead.”

Mr Parsons said he is planning to hold monthly artists fairs once the development, which is also set to be used by bands and theatre groups, opens in the summer.

“We are hoping people will work together on some projects, and the place lends itself to so many opportunities,” he said.

“The idea of using Sunbridge Wells as a forum for the arts in Bradford really stands out.”

The Sunbridge Wells development is among a number of projects taking place across Bradford, including the Westfield’s Broadway shopping centre scheme, that are expected to boost the city’s regeneration.

Any artists interested in getting involved can visit facebook.com/pages/ Sunbridgewells-Gallery