A series of events will be taking place next week to shine a light on the stories of the Paisley weavers.

Led walks along the traffic-free National Cycle Network route, organised by Sustrans Scotland, will take place on Monday, December 12 and Wednesday, December 14.

Those who take part will be able to view a series of woven panels, created by artist Hector Dyer, that aim to display the disabilities that the Paisley weavers developed through their trade.

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The artwork can be found on National Cycle Network Route 7, close to Paisley town centre.

Attendees will also have the opportunity to hear more about the project and visit the fully restored and furnished Sma' Shot Cottages, which were used by 18th century weavers.

Hector said: "It has been really special to have the time to research these stories and have such freedom in how we tell them.

"I have been thinking about the role of the body in handweaving for a long time. It is an ongoing and personal connection I have been trying to work out.

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"This commission has given me the opportunity to uncover generations of handweavers in Paisley and the legacy this trade has had upon their bodies and livelihoods.

"I have also found real inspiration from how they came together and supported one another through ongoing hardship."

Hector's installation is one of four which are being hosted along National Cycle Network routes to celebrate Disability History Month.

For more information about Sustrans’ Disability History Month programme of artworks, visit bit.ly/3Fw2HEq.