Buzz in the City: Giant Bee Sculpture Trail Takes Flight in Chelmsford

Chelmsford is welcoming its first sculpture art trail this summer, to help raise awareness for Farleigh Hospice. Dotted around the city will be six-foot-high art sculptures in the iconic shape of the humble bee. Each bee will be decorated with a vibrant and unique design, many created by local artists that will add to the Buzz in the City community event, bringing businesses, artists and residents together.

Farleigh Hospice has paired up with Chelmsford For You, the city’s Business Improvement District, to bring the buzz this summer with the support of Chelmsford City Council. They also have two headline sponsors; Fisher Jones Greenwood and Teledyne. The trail will be free for all to enjoy and both residents and visitors will soon be able to download the mobile app that gives additional information about each bee, its artist and sponsor.

Sponsoring this event is a great way to boost brand exposure while supporting a local charity. Farleigh Hospice is continuing to invite businesses and organisations to sponsor a bee and be part of something amazing.

Sponsors will have their name and logo on the plinth attached to the bee sculpture, with further details on the app, ensuring every visitor to the sculpture can learn more about the businesses who have chosen to sponsor the trail. As a sponsor, you will also be involved in choosing the design of your bee, which will showcase the artist and their talent.

There are a range of benefits for businesses and organisations who wish to become a sponsor, such as media coverage, brand exposure, invitations to events and networking opportunities. As well as supporting Farleigh Hospice in their mission to provide exceptional care.

For Farleigh Hospice to provide such important care and services, it costs over £21,000 a day. Their dedicated team of doctors, nurses, councillors and therapists care for over 500 people, at any one time, who need their physical, emotional, social and spiritual needs attended to. The team help those living with a life changing condition. People being cared for by Farleigh Hospice may have conditions such as cancer, motor neurone disease, heart disease or multiple sclerosis. 

Providing the right care, tailored to the individual and their condition, ensures that they can live their best life for as long as possible while in a safe environment. Their care extends to those dealing with loss and bereavement also, as the local charity understands that the effects of these conditions goes beyond those living with the symptoms. This deep understanding and passion for providing unique, positive care is why we are committed to supporting this fantastic project.

To find out more about the specific requirements of becoming a sponsor, please visit the Farleigh Hospice, Buzz in the City webpage.