Luton BID has hopped on board as a Business Presenting Partner and sponsor of The Short Tail Trail
– an exciting public art display in the town this summer.
Following the huge success of Keech’s Big Trunk Trail in 2021, Keech Hospice have once again partnered with Wild In Art to bring another family friendly event to the town of Luton.
Whilst the previous trail saw a bright and colourful herd of elephants take over the town, this time beautiful hares and adorable tortoises are dotted around landmarks in Luton. The trail launched on 6th July 2024 for families to enjoy throughout the summer, concluding on 12th September.
As a sponsor, Luton BID’s hare has been brought to life by Donna Newman (Eden Designs Murals). Donna seeks to inspire young people by transforming their learning environments with her vibrant artwork. She is a self-proclaimed addict of public art trails and has worked closely with Wild in Art on sculpture commissions, helping to raise over £350,000 for charities through their sales.
Local charity Keech Hospice Care provides care for adults and children (as well as their loved ones) in the surrounding area of Bedfordshire, as well as Hertfordshire and Milton Keynes for children. It relies on 70% of its funding from the local community and its supporters, so raising awareness and funds has never been more imperative to ensure those facing a life-limiting illness can receive excellent care and support. At the end of the event, the sculptures will be auctioned off to the highest bidders to raise funds for Keech Hospice Care, to ensure they can continue with their specialist care for those in need.
There’s so much more to our sponsorship – the ethos
- To raise the profile and generate a sense of pride in Luton town centre and Luton BID
- To engage businesses and bring economic benefit to the town
- To boost the town centre’s arts and cultural offer and create a more appealing experience for visitors and workers
- To encourage more people to safely visit Luton town centre
- To boost wellbeing of workers and visitors
- To support a worthwhile local charity
The Short Tail Trail Receipt Competition
Luton BID are celebrating the arrival of The Short Tail Trail and supporting businesses in Luton Town Centre with a brand-new competition.
The BID is giving away £100 in vouchers each to two lucky winners over the length of the trail period to spend in their favourite shops in Luton town centre.
To be in with a chance of winning, all you need to do is retain your receipt when you purchase an item or items above £5 in a store in the BID area of Luton Town Centre and visit our entry page by clicking the button below.
Julia Horsman, Luton BID Engagement Manager, said:
“It is fantastic to sponsor and support Keech Hospice Care with The Short Tail Trail. It is one of the most momentous events on the Luton town centre calendar.
“Our sponsorship is not only about safely boosting the profile of the town centre but to also help raise awareness and funds for Keech Hospice Care and their adult and child hospices in the most spectacular way.”
Luton BID is among a number of other local business and community sponsors – including Love Luton, Luton Rising, Treacle Factory, The Mall Luton and University of Bedfordshire as part of the large-scale project.
For more information on The Short Tail Trail visit https://shorttailtrail.co.uk/ and follow @ShortTailTrail on social media.
