March of the Elephants

Lichfield, Tamworth and Sutton Coldfield
1 July 24  – 8 September 24
St Giles Hospice
Overview

From 1 July to 8 September 2024, the streets, parks and open spaces of Lichfield, Tamworth and Sutton Coldfield were home to over 70 beautifully designed elephant sculptures.

30 large elephant sculptures were designed by local and national artists – both well-known favourites and newly emerging talent, and sponsored by local businesses. Plus, visitors could also admire more than 40 mini members of the herd, designed by local schools and community groups.

The free art trail was a special event that promoted health and wellbeing, brought businesses and communities together and helped boost the regional economy.

The trail’s aim was to raise significant funding towards St Giles Hospice so that it can continue to provide its services for those who need them the most.

A farewell weekend will take place on the 20-22 September for the chance to see all the sculptures in one place before the large sculptures ‘herd’ off to their forever homes after the fundraising auction for St Giles Hospice on the 24 September.

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Explore the trail

Download the official ‘March of the Elephants’ app from App Store and Google Play for £1.99 to discover the sculptures, collect rewards and track your steps with the pedometer. Proceeds from the app will support St Giles Hospice.

Download the app

The Charity Auction

Following a ten-week art sculpture trail around Lichfield, Tamworth and Sutton Coldfield, St Giles Hospice invites you to Lichfield Cathedral on Tuesday 24 September, where the elephants will be auctioned off to raise much needed funds for the charity.

This is your chance to own one of the elephant sculptures – whether you join in person, or tune in from the virtual live-stream at home, this is an event that promises to be truly remarkable.

Auction information

About St Giles Hospice

St Giles Hospice is a registered charity founded in 1983 by the Reverend Paul Brothwell, originally to improve the care of local people dying with cancer. They now support people in the community whose illnesses may not be curable such as cancer, motor neurone disease, heart failure, MS and respiratory disease. They also offer support for families and helpers.

The dedicated team provides individually-tailored care either at the hospice or in patients’ own homes across their communities.

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