From July-September 2026, our herd of individually designed magnificent elephant sculptures will bring vibrancy, colour and creative artistry, transforming the streets, parks and open spaces of Slough and Windsor into a glorious open-air gallery. The herd will then gather for a showcase you won’t want to miss at our farewell event! This is your chance to celebrate each unique sculpture before they head to their forever-homes at the big auction, raising vital funds for Thames Hospice.
Be a part of this wonderful event, helping us to deliver significant economic, social and cultural benefits to Slough and Windsor, all while supporting your local Hospice.
Watch this space for exciting ‘spotlights on our artists’!
Our Artists
Luke Crump
‘Nelly’ is created with my playful doodle-style linework, I invited the amazing patients and staff of Thames Hospice to colour her in! * Every mark on her adds a little joy and personality. She celebrates creativity, kindness and togetherness – life is beautiful when we create together!
Genna Douglas
My design is inspired by photographs shown to me by a colleague who now lives in Sri Lanka and has visited the small family ran Elephant Freedom Project, which is a shelter for captive elephants.
Jess Garrett
I wanted to create something for people to talk about and not only raise money but to also bring awareness to the Hospice…the Hospice that is the centre of the community to those who need it. The curve of Hopes trunk follows the same curve of the River Thames which sits in between the boroughs. I have carefully used this to run through the centre of Hope – with the Thames in the middle we have Slough down one side and Windsor and Maidenhead on the other, highlighting key points in history.
Katrin Gaska
Inspired by the beauty and wisdom of elephants, my design celebrates the heritage craft of traditional signwriting, using hand-painted lettering in Roman, script, casual and ornate Victorian styles with banners, decorative scrolls and gold. Painted in a vintage-inspired palette of cream, burgundy, teal, green and gold, the words and vibrant decorations express strength, grace, calm and dignity – qualities that reflect both the elephants spirit and the compassion of Thames Hospice.
Kate Griffiths
My elephant design is inspired by a mix of the classic children’s story book, Elmer the patchwork Elephant, and jockey silks. I wanted to create something beautifully bright and bold, so the patchwork elephant is made up of colourful jockey silks seen at the races.
Melissa Hobson-Matthews
Hope is for healing, while dreams keep us alive spiritually and mentally. With both we can all aspire to a better future, using our imagination to lift us up while the care & support of others helps to nourish & protect us. While some elements of this design represents our local surroundings, other parts have been inspired to capture our imagination which is infinite.
David Janes
The elephant will be covered in hand sawn blocks of wood to reconsider the volume and silhouette of the form, to make this real object low resolution in a high definition world; fragmented and curious, a rumour of an elephant seen on a website.
Donna Newman
This larger-than-life tribute to the Welsh Guards has a royal twist! Dressed in a playful caricature of the iconic red tunic and bearskin hat, this cheerful elephant proudly marches along the Trunks across the Thames trail. Inspired by Windsor’s royal connections, this sculpture blends traditional humour, capturing the pomp and pageantry of royal guards through art and imaginative lens. A true crowd-pleaser, he’s here to guard smiles and bring joy to all who pass by!
Donna Newman
Adorned in ages metallic gold, Wild Majesty symbolises timeless strength and quiet grandeur. It’s surface comes alive with beautifully painted native British wildlife – deer, foxes, birds and hedgehogs – weaving a rich tapestry of the natural world. The Golden finish echoes Windsor’s royal heritage while the detailed fauna celebrates the quiet wonders of the local landscape. Poised and powerful, the elephant stands as a guardian of nature, inviting reflection on the beauty and fragility of the wild.
Nicola Mills
Ellie Pants from Windsor town Wore spotty pants and a stripy gown. Boxers, socks, and frilly lace— She wore them all, just in case! The jungle laughed, but Ellie knew: A trunk looks best with knickers too!
Sam Morris
Within this enchanted forest, memories rest softly among trees. Keeper of Memories celebrates the love that lingers, a place where light, nature and stories intertwine.
Nina O’Connell
Nina has chosen ‘The River of Lifeʼ as her concept for Trunks Across the Thames. The life giving qualities of the Thames running through the Windsor landscape combine with the importance of water as sustenance within the ‘Memoryʼ of Elephants.
Richard Phipson
The design reflects unity and support with fruit growing together on the vine. Some fruit are young while others show the beauty in ageing. The design symbolises how communities grow, share space and sustain one another through every season. The imagery celebrates the quiet strength found in connection.
Simon Pink
Under a vast blue sky, delicate daisies symbolise purity, hope, and renewal. Their gentle presence mirrors the uplifting spirit of Thames Hospice, where care and compassion bloom daily. Elephants, revered for wisdom, memory, and strength, reflect the enduring support and resilience offered to patients and families. Together, these symbols weave a story of comfort and continuity, where nature, nurture, and humanity meet. The daisies and sky embody peace, while the elephant stands as a guardian of love, dignity and remembrance.
Carol Robinson
Hive Spirit embodies unity, positivity, and the beauty of being true to yourself. This vibrant yellow elephant features striking bumblebees at its centre, surrounded by swirling bees carrying messages such as “Bee Yourself” and “Bee Kind”. Inspired by the warmth and compassion of Thames Hospice, the design celebrates the power of community and the joy found in supporting one another – reminding us that even the smallest acts of kindness can create a lasting buzz.
Alec Saunders
Post–World War II, Slough became a settlement area for workers from Ireland, Poland, the Caribbean, and South Asia, drawn by jobs in the Trading Estate giving Slough one of the most diverse populations in the UK, a defining feature of its identity today which ‘Queen of Hearts’ portrays with the multicoloured hearts. Her base is pure gold Leaf which represents the royal links of Windsor.
Karis Youngman
Near Alexandra Garden is the memorial to Sir Sydney Camm, creator of this iconic plane of WW2: the Hawker Hurricane. First flown in 1935, 14,000 were built, many at nearby Langley. The last built Hurricane PZ865 still flies today with the RAF Battle of Britain Memorial Flight. Squadron Leader John Grandy who became Governor of Windsor Castle flew it in the Battle of Britain. This elephant remembers those that flew and the many that did not come back.
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