Trunks across the Thames 2026
“Trunks across the Thames” art trail will be a vibrant tapestry of community and creativity, weaving together businesses, artists, schools, and local groups in powerful partnerships!
More than just a feast for the eyes, Trunks across the Thames will make a tangible difference. This free, family-friendly event promises a vibrant explosion of colour, creativity, and community spirit – an unforgettable experience for the whole community!
Coming 13 July until 13 September 2026
Your donations make a BIG difference
More and more people are living with life-limiting conditions and need specialist care like ours to help them have the best quality of life, to the end of life. Our care, delivered at the Hospice and in people’s homes, supports the physical, emotional and social needs of every patient and their loved ones.
Our care is free at the point of use, but unlike the NHS, we are not fully government funded. We need £39,000 each day to care for local families who need our vital support. Our care is only made possible thanks to the generosity of our local community – every donation, gift in Will, charity shop purchase and events like Trunks across the Thames makes a difference.
We are committed to ensuring we are always a place of hope and dedicated to providing care and support to all those who need us, when and where they need it, today and for generations to come.
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There are so many reasons to be part of Trunks across the Thames
Transform Slough and Windsor
- Elevate your brand
- Boost staff morale
- Generate powerful PR
- Showcase your commitment to your community
- Demonstrate your values
- Champion wellbeing
- Inspire community spirit
- Support your local hospice
A Wild in Art Event
Wild in Art is the leading producer of spectacular public art events which enrich, entertain, inform and connect communities – giving people of all ages a voice through art.
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🐘💚 Small trunks, big conversations. ✨
This week, we’re shining a spotlight on our mini herd and the incredible stories behind them.
They may be smaller in size, but each baby elephant carries a powerful message, reflecting the creativity, experiences and voices of the schools, community groups and organisations that brought them to life.
Over the coming days, we’ll be sharing some of the stories, inspiration and people behind these unique sculptures, celebrating the impact they’ve already had before they even set foot on the trail.💚
Stay tuned and get ready to meet the mini herd. ✨
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🐘 Meet Eka, the baby elephant created by Windsor and Maidenhead Community Forum (WAMCF).✨
As WAMCF celebrates its 45th anniversary, their participation highlights the values of community, connection and togetherness that sit at the heart of Trunks across the Thames.
Watch the video to hear more about their journey and what being part of the trail means to them. 💚
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✨ Meet Luke Crump, the artist behind Nelly.✨
More than just an elephant sculpture, Nelly was created as a shared canvas, bringing together staff, patients and families to contribute their own marks and memories.
The result is a celebration of creativity, kindness and togetherness – a reminder that life’s most meaningful moments are often the ones we create together.
Swipe to discover Luke’s inspiration behind Nelly. 💚
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🐘 How adorable is this handmade elephant? 🧶
A huge thank you to Craft Coop for supporting Trunks across theThames and helping bring even more creativity to the trail. Their talented community of makers has been busy creating a wonderful collection of elephant-themed merchandise, including handcrafted keepsakes like this one, which will be available in selected Thames Hospice shops throughout the summer. 💚
As champions of local artists, makers and community workshops, Craft Coop’s involvement reflects so much of what Trunks across the Thames is all about – creativity, connection and people coming together for a meaningful cause.✨
Thank you to everyone at Craft Coop for your support and for helping make this year’s trail even more special. 💚
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✨ Meet Jess Garrett ✨
The talented artist behind Hope, one of the elephants joining the Trunks across the Thames trail this summer.🐘
Inspired by the people, places and stories that make Slough and Windsor unique, Jess’s design weaves together local landmarks, vibrant nature and the flowing River Thames to create an elephant full of meaning.
Hope celebrates compassion, community and the connections that bring us together – values that sit at the heart of Thames Hospice.💚
Swipe to discover the inspiration behind the artwork.✨
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