The exotic sights of the tropical rainforest have come to the Royal Cornwall Hospital (Treliske) in Truro thanks to an art work gifted by the Eden Project.

Late last year staff and patients on what used to be called Tolgus Ward decided to rename it Eden Ward.

Eden was asked if it would like to donate a picture to brighten the white walls of the ward’s day room and decided to donate two framed prints prepared by its design team. 

Encouraged by hospital staff, Eden then went further by commissioning artist Rhiannon Van Muysen, who works at the project, to create a mural inspired by the Rainforest Biome. It was the biggest task she has ever taken on. 

The work is now complete and being enjoyed by patients and relatives who use the day room. 

Ward sister Natasha Trewhela said: ’We’re absolutely thrilled with the murals Rhiannon has created for us. They have really transformed our day room, bringing a calmness and beautiful focal point to a previously stark environment.’