Durrell is bringing a brand new sculpture trail to Jersey in 2023

Publish date: 18 May 2022

Durrell is delighted to announce that a new island-wide sculpture trail will be taking over Jersey for the summer of 2023.

The team that brought you Go Wild Gorillas in 2019 will once again be partnering with Wild in Art to inspire Islanders and visitors to explore Jersey and connect with nature via a vibrant sculpture trail showcasing an exciting new animal.

Today, a colourful new gorilla sculpture, created by Ben Robertson, has arrived on Broad Street in St. Helier. The much-loved silverback sculpture, 40 of which adorned the island in 2019 for Go Wild Gorillas, has been decorated in a multitude of different prints, patterns and textures showcasing the beauty and diversity of the animal kingdom. Artist Ben Robertson (Bokra) was commissioned by the team at Durrell to give people a clue as to what sculpture will be used for the next trail.

The exciting new animal sculpture, created especially for the trail in 2023, will be unveiled at an event at Government House on 14 June 2022. Sponsorship and partnership opportunities are available for companies, artists, schools, and community groups.

Commenting on the announcement, Durrell’s Director of Communications and Fundraising, Alex Shears, said:

We are absolutely thrilled to be bringing a brand-new, colourful sculpture trail to Jersey in 2023. After the success of Go Wild Gorillas in 2019, we are so excited to once again create a trail that engages the whole community and gets people of all ages outdoors exploring nature, discovering art and enjoying time together. It’s also a fantastic opportunity for local businesses, artists, schools and community groups to get involved. We cannot wait to reveal the next sculpture at the launch on 14th June and hope everyone will join the conservation online and have a guess as to what the next animal could be!

Charlie Langhorne, Managing Director of Wild in Art said:

We are delighted to be working with the team at Durrell on this exciting second sculpture trail. Building on the excitement of Go Wild Gorillas, I have no doubt that this trail will capture the imaginations of both residents and visitors; while helping to raise much needed funds to support Durrell’s conservation work. We can’t wait to reveal what the sculpture is!

Durrell is inviting business, organisations, schools and community groups to be part of this unique sculpture trail and creative learning programme that informs, enriches, entertains, and will be enjoyed by islanders and visitors to Jersey.

Latest news

15 Mar 2024

Blue Islands trial Luxembourg service.

Direct flights between Jersey and Luxembourg (with Guernsey connections).
15 Mar 2024

Longueville Manor announces JAYF as charity partner for 2024.

Longueville Manor announced today that Jersey Association of Youth and Friendship (JAYF) is going to be their chosen charity for 2024.
National Trust for Jersey
29 Feb 2024

National Trust for Jersey appoint new CEO

Following a thorough recruitment process involving support from the International National Trusts Organisation, the National Trust for Jersey (the “Trust”) is announcing the appointment of Alan Le Maistre as Chief Executive Officer designate.
21 Feb 2024

Visit Jersey launches new image library.

Visit Jersey is pleased to announce the launch of its new and improved image library, transforming the way partners and stakeholder access and utilise Visit Jersey’s visual assets.
Sprawling lawn at Jersey Pearl in St. Ouen
20 Feb 2024

Jersey Pearl set to invest £200k in café relaunch

Family-owned Jersey Pearl are set to investment £200k in the redevelopment of their cafe that overlooks the stunning bay of St. Ouen.
19 Feb 2024

Two big wins for team at L’Horizon Beach Hotel & Spa.

The team at L’Horizon Beach Hotel & Spa are celebrating two big wins ahead of the 2024 season.
08 Feb 2024

The National Trust for Jersey acquire new site

The National Trust for Jersey is delighted that Deputy Lyndon Farnham’s proposition to The States Assembly to approve the acquisition of the former Seaside Café at Grève De Lecq has been successful.
06 Feb 2024

Visit Jersey Board appoints new non-executive directors.

The Visit Jersey Board is delighted to announce the appointment of Martin George and Kyle Haughton as Non-Executive Directors, replacing board members who are retiring by rotation.
01 Feb 2024

The Atlantic Hotel Achieves EarthCheck Silver Certification

The Atlantic Hotel and Ocean Restaurant goes green. It has achieved Silver Certification as a member of EarthCheck, the world’s leading business advisory group specialising in sustainability and destination management for the travel and tourism industry.
26 Jan 2024

Blue Islands assessing demand for business travel to Luxembourg.

Blue Islands is engaging with the Channel Islands business community to understand any requirement for direct flights between Jersey and Luxembourg, with connections to and from Guernsey.
24 Jan 2024

Blue Islands offers mobile roaming data to Channel Islanders with new eSIM product.

Channel Islanders can access competitively priced mobile data when travelling to the UK and overseas.
22 Jan 2024

Hand Picked Hotels team up with world-class jeweller for some St Valentine’s Day sparkle.

Hand Picked Hotels in the Channel Islands has found the perfect partner for love in 2024.