The publication of 'The Buttercup' three years ago has created a significant interest in the story and the old shops. In August, Edinburgh City Council opened The Buttercup Farm Park and, a few days ago, the persistence of a Buttercup fan also led to the discovery of another Buttercup mural in North Shields, Northern England.

She alerted me to the possibility eight months ago but, since the shop had closed down, there was nothing much we could do. However, when a new tenant took over the shop, she lend lent them a copy of my book, which ignited a excited interest on what lay behind the old wooden panel. Late last week, the wooden panel was removed revealing a beautiful 'Girl & Cow' mural in pristine condition.

I visited the shop on Friday and helped remove some boarding on the interior wall, so revealing some wonderful Buttercup ornamental plaster. There are probably more Buttercup features to be uncovered and maybe even a stain glass window - all very exiting for those of us involved.

Photographs and related news can be seen on The Buttercup Facebook page.
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For more information on The Buttercup, go to http://www.buttercupdairycompany.co.uk/

The Buttercup: The Remarkable Story of Andrew Ewing and the Buttercup Dairy Company