Worcester's Big Parade comes to and end as elephants march out of the city
A Farewell Event is taking place at Worcestershire County Cricket Club
The Worcester Big parade has finally come to an end after the 66 elephants marched out of the city on Sunday (5th September).
But there's still a chance to see the hand-painted sculptures for one last time later this month.
The hospice team behind the eight-week trail, which launched in July, are holding a Farewell Event at Worcestershire County Cricket Club for those who missed out - or who just want to catch one last glimpse.
It will be the last chance to see all the large elephants before they are auctioned to raise money for St Richard’s Hospice, which cares for patients with serious progressive illnesses and their loved ones across Worcestershire.
A mosaic ele-baby displayed outside the cathedral, Spark-Ele, will also be auctioned – while the remaining calves will be returned to the schools and groups which decorated them.
David Hoskins, Worcestershire CCC Head of Commercial and Operations, said: “Worcester’s Big Parade has been a wonderful way to get us all out and about again this summer and has brought so much joy to trail-goers big and small.
“The Farewell Events are the perfect way to recapture some of that summer ele-fun and to support a charity which does so much for the community here in Worcestershire. We can’t wait to host to the herd at New Road, including our beautiful club-sponsored elephant Azalea.”
Tickets are now available for the Farewell Events, with visitors able to book one-hour slots to see the elephants.
The events are taking place on Thursday 30 September - Sunday 3 October and again from Thursday 7 October - Sunday 10 Oct 2021.
Sara Matthews, Business Development Manager for St Richard’s Hospice, said: “We’re so excited to offer this opportunity before our herd leave the city for their forever homes.
“It’s going to be fantastic to see all 66 of our elephants together grazing at New Road. We hope to see you there!”
Tickets are £6 for adults and £3 for children aged two to 16, while under twos go free. Family tickets for either two adults, two children or one adult, three children are available for £15. To book visit: www.worcestersbigparade.co.uk/farewell
Proceeds from the Farewell Event will support the free care and support that St Richard’s Hospice provides to local patients and their families.