Mr Doodle Unveils New Artwork in Ashford

The artist Mr Doodle has revealed his newest creation situated close to Ashford town centre. This artwork, described by Ashford Borough Council (ABC) as one of the globe’s “longest artworks,” measures 203m (666ft) in length and was completed within a single day. The painting is located on black hoardings at the intersection of Beaver Road, Avenue Jacques Faucheux, and Victoria Road, a prominent entry point to the town centre. Chris Dixon, ABC’s arts and cultural industries manager, commented that Mr Doodle “hit the ground running” at 08:00 GMT, adding that the completed piece appeared “fantastic.” This specific site, positioned directly across from the railway station, has been designated for the future construction of the borough’s tallest building, the Infinity residential apartments. Sam Cox, professionally known as Mr Doodle, gained widespread recognition after adorning every surface of his Tenterden residence with doodle art. His international appeal significantly increased following the accumulation of millions of views on his social media videos. A documentary about him, titled The Trouble with Mr Doodle, was released in April 2024. This film delved into his profound obsession with doodling and his individual challenges. He remarked that the film was “my favourite thing I’ve ever been involved in.”