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BBC News
3 days ago
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Bulls unleashed across Birmingham as part of art trail
A herd of more than 120 bulls has been set loose in a city as part of a free art sculptured creations, inspired by the iconic Bullring bull, have been decorated by local artists and placed in locations across by Birmingham Hospice in partnership with Wild in Art, the interactive Bulls in the City trail includes 40 large fibreglass statues sponsored by local chief executive Paul Bytheway asked trail visitors to consider donating to the charity and said the project was an opportunity to "shout" about its work. Wild at Art has previously installed bear and snow dog statues across majority of larger bulls will be found in the city centre, with four on Harborne High Street and three on Boldmere High features a unique design, such as murals celebrating local history, while others have been transformed to look like dragons or is also a version of Ozzy, the giant mechanical bull featured in the city's opening ceremony for the Commonwealth mini bulls, created by local schools and groups as part of an associated community programme, can be found in Birmingham Hospice shops and other city-centre venues. Mr Bytheway said a positive impact of the project had been to educate the community about the charity's work, which he estimated would cost £19m this year."We are not fully funded by the NHS, and we heavily rely on voluntary income such as fundraising activity, income from our shops and donations to continue funding our services," he said. "Even the smallest amount can make a big impact." West Midlands mayor Richard Parker said the trail paid tribute to the Brummie Bull, which was "a symbol of Birmingham's strength and spirit"."These sculptures will help to boost trade in the city centre and champion the work of local artists while shining a well-deserved spotlight on the tremendous work and dedication of staff at Birmingham Hospice," he added. The trail runs for eight weeks until 14 September, after which the sculptures will be auctioned to raise money for Birmingham are available digitally on a Bulls in the City app or can be collected from locations across the city. Follow BBC Birmingham on BBC Sounds, Facebook, X and Instagram.
Yahoo
7 days ago
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- Yahoo
Dozens of colourful penguins waddle into Southend for start of new art trail
Dozens of colourful penguins have waddled into Southend as a new art trail gets underway. The "Waddle-on-Sea" art initiative, organised by Havens hospices and Wild in Art, sees more than 31 super-sized penguin sculptures and 72 baby penguins placed around Southend and Leigh. These penguins arrived today and will remain on display until September 3. The penguin plinths, made from concrete and costing around £4,505 to manufacture, were donated by building product specialists Forterra. Volunteers from BTMK, Rickard Luckin, Able Group and Rossi's (Image: Havens hospices) This event, which is backed by the Echo, comes after a success of two previous art trails, Hares About Town and Herd In The City, Vanessa Harvey from Havens hospices said: "We are incredibly grateful to Forterra for creating the bespoke plinths especially for the trail. "Thanks to their kind donation, the sculptures look amazing and are standing proud. "We can't wait for everyone to meet them." Read more WACTH: A13 dashcam footage which rumbled Porsche driver's £74k insurance claim Police issue appeal as south Essex gym re-opened after early hours break-in The penguins were carefully placed on their plinths by the "Penguin Patrol" and sponsors of the event. Information stickers were then added by Revive Digital, BTMK, Rickard Luckin, and Rossi's. In September, the large sculptures will be auctioned to raise money for the charity, Havens hospices, which provides specialist care and support for people of all ages who are living with incurable conditions and their families. Sunny Southpole, designed by Neil Fendell, standing proud (Image: Havens hospices) Trail-goers can buy a map of the trail from Havens hospices charity shops, the Pier Information Centre, The Forum, Leigh Library, and at Waddle-on-Sea HQs at The Royals Shopping Centre and 141 Leigh Road. Alternatively, a Waddle-on-Sea app can be downloaded from the App Store or Google Play. Havens hospices relies on donations and fundraisers to continue providing free care for those who need it. A sneak peek at one of the penguin's (Image: Havens hospices) The charity's work is supported by initiatives such as Waddle-on-Sea. Last year's event Herd In The City, raised £580,000 for Havens hospices. For further details about the trail or the charity, visit or follow the event on Instagram at waddleonsea and Facebook at @waddle-on-sea.
Yahoo
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Bear sculpture trail inspired by children's book
A public art trail inspired by a children's book is set to be launched in Kent. The borough of Dartford will receive 30 big bear and 30 bear cub sculptures, designed by local artists, schools and community groups, as a nod to We're Going on a Bear Hunt by Michael Rosen and illustrator Helen Oxenbury. Running from July to September 2026, the eight-week trail aims to raise awareness of the work of ellenor, a palliative care provider in Kent. Charlie Langhorne, managing director and co-founder of trail producer Wild in Art, said: "I have no doubt that the bear sculptures will capture the imaginations of residents and visitors alike." James Waugh, centre director at Bluewater Shopping Centre, said: "This initiative is a fantastic way to encourage residents and visitors alike to explore Dartford and discover the selection of uniquely-decorated bears and cubs." ellenor is urging businesses to sponsor the sculptures and for artists to register their interest ahead of an open call for designs. Andrew Hubbard, interim chief executive at ellenor, said: "Together we've mobilised creative talent, government funding and local goodwill to create a trail that will engage tens of thousands of visitors and raise vital awareness and funds for hospice care." Follow BBC Kent on Facebook, on X, and on Instagram. Send your story ideas to southeasttoday@ or WhatsApp us on 08081 002250. Kent hospice opens Shaun the Sheep art trail Street art bursts into life for mural trail London icons' interactive sculpture trail unveiled ellenor Wild in Art Bluewater Shopping Centre
BBC News
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Auctioned elephant statue donated back to Bridport
One of a group of 30 painted elephant statues sold at auction has been donated back to a Dorset moulded fibreglass herd spent two months on display at outdoor locations in west Dorset as part of a family trail, entitled Stampede by the Sea, to raise money for Weldmar elephant called Ropey - named after Bridport's rope-making history - was bought by a local holiday company and donated to the town's council said it would tour Ropey around the area for photo opportunities to raise more money for the hospice. In a statement, the town council said "huge thanks" to West Dorset Holiday Cottage for donating Ropey after paying £3,600 for her at the auction."We hope that her tour will raise more money for Weldmar Hospicecare and their vital services which hugely benefit our town," it asked for suggestions for any potential host charity placed more than 50 elephants, painted by different artists, at locations in Bridport, Lyme Regis and West Bay in March. They were auctioned off last week, raising more than £180, anonymous buyer paid the top price of £25,000 for an elephant called Sanctuary, painted with images of wildlife and statue, featuring images of Dorset figures ranging from author Thomas Hardy to BBC Radio Solent presenter Steve Harris, fetched £20, firm Wild In Art has created statues for trails around the country, with most of the figures being sold for good causes, raising more than £27m. You can follow BBC Dorset on Facebook, X (Twitter), or Instagram.
Yahoo
22-06-2025
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- Yahoo
Kasabian star designs elephant for hospice trail
Kasabian frontman Serge Pizzorno has designed one of 40 giant elephants that will form an art trail in the band's home city of Leicester. Stomp Round Leicester, which supports LOROS Hospice, is due to run from 14 July to 21 September and will be the biggest public art event the city has ever seen, organisers say. Pizzorno is an artist under the name Daft-apeth when he's not singing with the indie favourites and his design will be kept secret until the trail begins. He visited the charity to meet staff and patients and said the LOROS team "make the most difficult part of your life as easy as possible. It's one of the most beautiful things I've ever seen". "When I visited LOROS I found it simply breathtaking," he said. "From the receptionists to the physios to the healthcare assistants, everyone works to make families feel cared for and loved. "I've had family members cared for at LOROS and my elephant is a way to say thank you to everyone who works there for helping so many families like mine over the years." LOROS has worked with Wild in Art to create the trail for its 40th anniversary. At the end of the 10-week trail, the 40 Elephant sculptures will be auctioned with proceeds going to the hospice. Clare Bloomfield, from LOROS, said: "Our 5ft elephants are probably one of the bigger canvases Serge has designed. "His art is quirky and fun, and we can't wait to see where his imagination has taken him. "We're also hoping Serge's involvement will open up the trail to lots of people who show their support and make a donation to LOROS Hospice. "Serge really cares about all things Leicester and LOROS is a big part of that." Follow BBC Leicester on Facebook, on X, or on Instagram. Send your story ideas to eastmidsnews@ or via WhatsApp on 0808 100 2210. Artist paints elephant for hospice trail Elephant sculpture trail for hospice birthday LOROS Hospice
