More than an elephant trail: The heart behind Trunks across the Thames
This summer, Windsor, Eton and Slough in the UK have been transformed by an unforgettable sight. A colorful herd of beautifully decorated elephant sculptures has taken to the streets as part of Trunks across the Thames, a public art trail created to inspire communities, celebrate creativity and, most importantly, raise vital funds for Thames Hospice.
A trail with purpose
Thames Hospice provides specialist palliative and end of life care for people living with life limiting illnesses, while also supporting the families and loved ones around them. Their care extends well beyond medical treatment, offering emotional, practical and compassionate support at life’s most challenging moments.
“Trunks across the Thames gives us the opportunity to bring people together in a completely different way - through creativity, storytelling and shared experiences.”Dr. Rachael de Caux, the Hospice Chief Executive
A legacy beyond the trail
There’s still time to experience Trunks across the Thames before the trail closes on 13 September. After the trail, the elephants will be auctioned on 15 October at the De Vere Beaumont Estate, with every sculpture sold helping to raise vital funds for Thames’ Hospice’s specialist care and support services. Bidding will be available both in person and online.
As part of the Iron Mountain family, Crozier is especially proud that Iron Mountain Data Centers is a headline sponsor of Trunks across the Thames. Together with Crozier’s support in transporting several of the elephant sculptures and showcasing the Charlie Mackesy elephant at our Conservation and Innovation hub launch, it reflects a shared commitment to supporting the communities in which we operate and using art as a force for connection, engagement and positive social impact.
Some of the sculptures appear outside famous landmarks, with one seen outside royal residence Windsor Castle decorated to appear as a member of the King's Guard.
