A textile art map of Carlisle that tells the story of the floods - from those that were affected - is going on display at Tullie House Museum.

The artwork, commissioned by Rosie Galloway-Smith, shows the impact the floods had on the community.

Rosie became artist-in-residence at Tullie House’s Guildhall Museum in September and invited members of the public to populate a textile map of the city with their stories and signatures.

The piece was then hosted at Spencer Street’s Flood Recovery Centre, where more people were able to add their names to the map.

The fabrics which provide the backdrop for the piece were donated by two of the city’s textile firms, Stead McAlpin and Linton Tweeds, who have both suffered flooding in recent years.

Carlisle’s roads and rivers create a visual representation of the city, with people’s stories and signatures placed on the map.

The work is about people and place, giving those affected by the floods a space to share their experiences and for others to leave messages of support.

Bloodlines: Floodlines will be installed on Monday and visitors can continue to add their own reflections on Carlisle’s second ‘once in a lifetime’ flood in 11 years.

Suzanne Manuel, marketing coordinator at Tullie House, said: “While the stories of those affected may have dropped from the news, the impact of the floods continues to shape Carlisle’s community.

“Many are still not back in their homes, while others face issues with insurance, and periods of heavy rain cause uncertainty and concern across the city.”

Bloodlines: Floodlines has been funded by Cumbria Community Foundation, coordinators of the Cumbria Flood Recovery Appeal, who will be speaking at Tullie House’s Lunchtime Lecture on Tuesday at 1pm.

Dr Jenny Benson, programme manager from Cumbria Flood Recovery Appeal, will address how strongly people felt about supporting the county following the destruction caused by Storm Desmond last December.

Her talk will highlight the immediate and ongoing need in the county, how the community pulled together at a time of such uncertainty, and the huge response to the Flood Appeal.

Following the talk, Rosie will be at Tullie House working with visitors to collect more stories and signatures.