He strolls along the platforms, wanders on the tracks, and laps up the attention of doting passengers. For years, charming black and white cat Batman has been patrolling the Chorlton Metrolink stop, receiving cuddles from travellers as they wait to catch their tram.
"We know that Batman the cat has become quite the Metrolink celebrity in recent years," said Danny Vaughan, head of Metrolink at Transport for Greater Manchester . "So it’s great to see him taking centre stage on a piece of art which I’m sure will be enjoyed by passengers."The station's lift shaft, off Wilbraham Road, has been painted by Manchester-based artist Caroline Daly to coincide with the Chorlton Arts Festival.
Carolyn Kagan, chair of Chorlton Voice, said: “We first raised the possibility of a mural with Metrolink back in 2014, and we’re thrilled that it has finally been made possible thanks to a partnership between Chorlton Voice, TfGM, Manchester City Council and local community groups and traders. We had some great proposals from artists and are delighted with the work that Caroline Daly has done, and so many people have already commented on what a lovely change from the grey concrete it is.
In 2019, the Manchester Evening News spoke to the family who had adopted Batman. While many assume he lives at the Metrolink stop, the popular 'tram cat' was actually moved into a loving home nearby.