In celebration of World Elephant Day on Tuesday twelfth August 2025, the putting Herd of Hope bronze elephant sculptures will line up in London’s Spitalfields for a limited-time public artwork set up themed “Each Step Issues.”
From Sunday tenth August to Sunday seventeenth August, Brushfield Avenue will probably be reworked into a strong open-air tribute to Africa’s elephants, because the majestic life-size sculptures line the historic avenue. Created to lift consciousness for elephant conservation, the Herd of Hope gives Londoners, vacationers, and households an opportunity to stroll beside these light giants — and replicate on the journey of coexistence wanted to safe a greater future for wildlife and our planet.
Every step alongside the path is a reminder of the threats going through elephants at the moment — from habitat loss to ivory poaching to human-wildlife battle. Guests will probably be invited to comply with elephant footprints main from the sculptures to the Sheldrick Wildlife Belief’s pop-up expertise on Spital Sq., the place they’ll discover unique merchandise, academic actions, and interactive reveals showcasing the Belief’s life-saving work in Africa.
Highlights Embody:
- Photograph Alternatives with the complete herd on Brushfield Avenue
- Interactive Footprint Path resulting in Spital Sq.
- SWT Pop-up Retailer with eco-conscious, elephant-inspired items, Kenyan-made ornamental gadgets, and boutique nook by luxurious way of life model Elizabeth Scarlett
- Actions & Storytelling: get pleasure from face portray (tenth & twelfth), youngsters’ elephant clay sculpting workshops (twelfth& sixteenth) and a ‘sip and paint’ night session for adults (14th), courtesy of Artwork Play
- Elizabeth Scarlett will be part of with an ice-cream cart (twelfth)
A Herd with a Message
“This isn’t simply artwork — it’s a motion”, says Rob Brandford, Govt Director of Sheldrick Wildlife Belief UK. “The Herd of Hope evokes motion. Each step you’re taking alongside the path is symbolic of the true steps we will all take to guard elephants and promote coexistence.”
“We’re extremely proud to host the Herd of Hope at Spitalfields”, says Jason Dervin, Spitalfields Estates Director. “This stunning set up not solely brings an vital message to our vibrant group, but it surely additionally transforms our streets into a strong image of hope and conservation. We invite everybody—from native residents to wider London guests—to see the herd and help the unbelievable work being carried out to guard them.”
Since 2021, the household of life-sized bronze elephant sculptures has been a beloved a part of the Spitalfields group. These wonderful sculptures had been created by artists Gillie and Marc and each has a QR code – scan to find the person orphaned elephants’ rescue tales.
Be a part of the Motion: #EveryStepMatters
Guests are inspired to share their expertise on social media utilizing the hashtag #EveryStepMatters and tag @SheldrickTrust and @SpitalfieldsE1 to unfold consciousness of the trigger and help on-the-ground conservation initiatives.
For extra data, go to www.sheldricktrust.org/herdofhope
