Ashford was like a scene from The Snowman and The Snowdog, the animated sequel to Raymond Briggs’ classic story, The Snowman™, as a magical art trail arrived in the borough in autumn 2018.

Individually designed and beautifully decorated Snowdog sculptures bounded into the streets, parks and open spaces to encourage everyone to discover Ashford while also creating a festive feel in the lead up to Christmas.

The trail was on display for ten weeks from 12 September to 18 November 2018. After the trail, each Snowdog sculpture was auctioned by Pilgrims Hospices to help raise funds for the local charity.