Trail with a Tale launches in Tunbridge Wells

Trail with a Tale, which has been created in partnership with Wild in Art, sees 10 large sculptures, beautifully designed and decorated by local artists, dotted around the town for people to find and enjoy.

Each sculpture is paired with an enchanting story, written by local author Alex Brooks.

There are also 28 smaller animal sculptures decorated by local school children, which are displayed in shops and businesses across Tunbridge Wells.

A launch event took place this morning (Friday 11 July) at One Warwick Park Hotel in Tunbridge Wells. It was attended by some of the artists who have designed sculptures for the trail as well as other supporters, MP Mike Martin and the Mayor of Tunbridge Wells.

This unique trail, featuring animals including hares, tortoise and owls, is a free, accessible, family-friendly summer activity for all to enjoy.

Printed trail maps to help you find them all are available from Kidsbury in Royal Victoria Place, Ruby’s of London on Monson Road and The Lodge Coffee House on the High Street, for a suggested donation of £1.

For the duration of the trail, activity packs and merchandise will also be available from a stand in Royal Victoria Place.

Demelza’s Deputy CEO, Hayley Richardson, said: “This Trail is something new for us and we are absolutely delighted with how beautiful and colourful the sculptures look.

“Seeing the designs come together over the last few weeks has really brought the Trail to life and we’re so excited to now be able to share it with local residents and visitors to Tunbridge Wells.

“This is a really great summer activity for families and we hope it will also raise awareness in the local area of services we offer to children with serious or life-limiting conditions and their families.”

The trail was live summer 2025.