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Over 40 Peter Rabbit sculptures will hop, skip and jump in and around Newcastle and North Tyneside in summer 2026. Supporting @stoswaldsuk 💙
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Calling all knitters, crafters and creatives! 🧶🧵
We’d love your help to stock our Trail HQ for the Peter Rabbit™: Tales on the Tyne trail this summer. 🐰
Following the incredible support we received in 2023 for our Shaun on the Tyne trail, we’re inviting you to donate handmade items inspired by woodland creatures, nature, flowers, fruit and vegetables.
Popular ideas include cuddly toys, pencil cases, tote bags and more!
🗣️ Please note: we can’t accept items that replicate Peter Rabbit™ or Beatrix Potter characters due to licensing restrictions.
📅 Submit by 15 July for trail launch (donations welcome throughout trail)
📍 Drop off at St Oswald’s Hospice, Regent Avenue, Newcastle, NE3 1EE
All proceeds from sales support @stoswaldsuk 💙
Find out more by clicking the link in our bio.
Know someone who’d be hoppy to help? Please share this post with your crafty friends, knitting groups and creative communities! 🙌
#StOswaldsHospice | #QualityTimeForEveryone | #OpenUpHospiceCare | #TalesOnTheTyne | #TheWorldOfPeterRabbit | @wildinart | @penguinventures | @officialpeterrabbit
May 29
Calling all knitters, crafters and creatives! 🧶🧵
We’d love your help to stock our Trail HQ for the Peter Rabbit™: Tales on the Tyne trail this summer. 🐰
Following the incredible support we received in 2023 for our Shaun on the Tyne trail, we’re inviting you to donate handmade items inspired by woodland creatures, nature, flowers, fruit and vegetables.
Popular ideas include cuddly toys, pencil cases, tote bags and more!
🗣️ Please note: we can’t accept items that replicate Peter Rabbit™ or Beatrix Potter characters due to licensing restrictions.
📅 Submit by 15 July for trail launch (donations welcome throughout trail)
📍 Drop off at St Oswald’s Hospice, Regent Avenue, Newcastle, NE3 1EE
All proceeds from sales support @stoswaldsuk 💙
Find out more by clicking the link in our bio.
Know someone who’d be hoppy to help? Please share this post with your crafty friends, knitting groups and creative communities! 🙌
#StOswaldsHospice | #QualityTimeForEveryone | #OpenUpHospiceCare | #TalesOnTheTyne | #TheWorldOfPeterRabbit | @wildinart | @penguinventures | @officialpeterrabbit …
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In just seven weeks, Peter Rabbit™: Tales on the Tyne will be hopping into town, bringing a splash of colour and plenty of cuteness to Newcastle and North Tyneside 🐰💙
Some of our trail sponsors have shared one word to describe what they’re most excited about ahead of the trail launch…
Now it’s your turn! Drop your word in the comments and tell us what you’re most looking forward to as you explore the trail this summer 👇
#StOswaldsHospice | #QualityTimeForEveryone | #OpenUpHospiceCare | #MuchMoreThanYouThink | #TalesOnTheTyne | #TheWorldOfPeterRabbit | @officialpeterrabbit | @wildinart | @stoswaldsuk
May 27
In just seven weeks, Peter Rabbit™: Tales on the Tyne will be hopping into town, bringing a splash of colour and plenty of cuteness to Newcastle and North Tyneside 🐰💙
Some of our trail sponsors have shared one word to describe what they’re most excited about ahead of the trail launch…
Now it’s your turn! Drop your word in the comments and tell us what you’re most looking forward to as you explore the trail this summer 👇
#StOswaldsHospice | #QualityTimeForEveryone | #OpenUpHospiceCare | #MuchMoreThanYouThink | #TalesOnTheTyne | #TheWorldOfPeterRabbit | @officialpeterrabbit | @wildinart | @stoswaldsuk …
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Yikes…one of our @officialpeterrabbit sculptures is on the loose! 🐇
But don’t worry, ‘Peter in the Garden’ has been given special paw‑mission to take a little holiday from his friends. He’s hopped down to the @emma_bridgewater Factory, Stoke-On-Trent for a few weeks of mischief and fun! 🥕🐰
This sculpture is decorated in the brand‑new Emma Bridgewater x Peter Rabbit™ pattern. Senior Designer Sophie Gilmour worked with artist @jina_gelder_illustration to bring the original spongeware design to life, inspired by Beatrix Potter’s own stencils and illustrations.
Although Peter in the Garden will officially join our trail in Newcastle and North Tyneside in July, visitors to the Emma Bridgewater factory will be the very first to meet him, snap some photos, and enjoy some springtime fun this half term – including decorating garden‑themed pottery and taking part in a mini trail 🐰🍀
Hop over the link in the bio for more details 👆
PS: This beautiful, one of a kind sculpture will be sold at auction in October. Watch this space for more details soon!
#StOswaldsHospice | #QualityTimeForEveryone | #OpenUpHospiceCare | #MuchMoreThanYouThink | #TalesOnTheTyne | #TheWorldOfPeterRabbit | @wildinart | @penguinventures
May 20
Yikes…one of our @officialpeterrabbit sculptures is on the loose! 🐇
But don’t worry, ‘Peter in the Garden’ has been given special paw‑mission to take a little holiday from his friends. He’s hopped down to the @emma_bridgewater Factory, Stoke-On-Trent for a few weeks of mischief and fun! 🥕🐰
This sculpture is decorated in the brand‑new Emma Bridgewater x Peter Rabbit™ pattern. Senior Designer Sophie Gilmour worked with artist @jina_gelder_illustration to bring the original spongeware design to life, inspired by Beatrix Potter’s own stencils and illustrations.
Although Peter in the Garden will officially join our trail in Newcastle and North Tyneside in July, visitors to the Emma Bridgewater factory will be the very first to meet him, snap some photos, and enjoy some springtime fun this half term – including decorating garden‑themed pottery and taking part in a mini trail 🐰🍀
Hop over the link in the bio for more details 👆
PS: This beautiful, one of a kind sculpture will be sold at auction in October. Watch this space for more details soon!
#StOswaldsHospice | #QualityTimeForEveryone | #OpenUpHospiceCare | #MuchMoreThanYouThink | #TalesOnTheTyne | #TheWorldOfPeterRabbit | @wildinart | @penguinventures …
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Today is the final painting day for our trail artists! 🎨🐰
Our talented creative crew are putting the finishing touches to their @officialpeterrabbit™ sculptures, transforming blank forms into hare-raising works of art. We popped into the painting space to see their progress, and it was incredible to see so many colourful rabbits lined up and almost ready to hop into the spotlight for their big reveal! ✨
Take a sneak peek at a few of these teasers of what’s to come…👀
Our next art trail, following in the footsteps of Great North Snowdogs, Elmer’s Great North Parade and Shaun on the Tyne, opens this July, this time with Peter Rabbit taking centre stage! All funds raised will support @stoswaldsuk running costs and we are so excited to bring these sculptures to Newcastle and North Tyneside for everyone to enjoy. We think these sculptures are looking absolutely ear-resistible already. 💙
Peter Rabbit™: Tales On The Tyne officially opens on Wednesday 15 July. Keep an eye on our social media for exciting updates, and don’t forget to sign up to our e-newsletter via the link in our bio to be the first to hear the latest news.
We carrot wait to share it all with you! 🥕
#StOswaldsHospice | #QualityTimeForEveryone | #OpenUpHospiceCare | #TalesOnTheTyne | #TheWorldOfPeterRabbit | @wildinart | @penguinventures
May 8
Today is the final painting day for our trail artists! 🎨🐰
Our talented creative crew are putting the finishing touches to their @officialpeterrabbit™ sculptures, transforming blank forms into hare-raising works of art. We popped into the painting space to see their progress, and it was incredible to see so many colourful rabbits lined up and almost ready to hop into the spotlight for their big reveal! ✨
Take a sneak peek at a few of these teasers of what’s to come…👀
Our next art trail, following in the footsteps of Great North Snowdogs, Elmer’s Great North Parade and Shaun on the Tyne, opens this July, this time with Peter Rabbit taking centre stage! All funds raised will support @stoswaldsuk running costs and we are so excited to bring these sculptures to Newcastle and North Tyneside for everyone to enjoy. We think these sculptures are looking absolutely ear-resistible already. 💙
Peter Rabbit™: Tales On The Tyne officially opens on Wednesday 15 July. Keep an eye on our social media for exciting updates, and don’t forget to sign up to our e-newsletter via the link in our bio to be the first to hear the latest news.
We carrot wait to share it all with you! 🥕
#StOswaldsHospice | #QualityTimeForEveryone | #OpenUpHospiceCare | #TalesOnTheTyne | #TheWorldOfPeterRabbit | @wildinart | @penguinventures …
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We still have some gorgeous @officialpeterrabbit™ sculptures looking for sponsors… can you help find their perfect match? 🐰
Do you know a company that would love to snap up this unique sponsorship opportunity and be part of a summer of family fun across Newcastle and North Tyneside?
The deadline to express interest in sponsoring a sculpture as part of our exciting art trail is fast approaching, so now’s the time to get in touch and secure yours before they all hop away!
By sponsoring a sculpture, businesses can support @stoswaldsuk while gaining fantastic visibility as part of Peter Rabbit™: Tales on the Tyne. 💙
Find out more and secure your sponsorship today by clicking the link in our bio! 👆
Not the hop-portunity for you? Please share so we can help to find our rabbits their paw-fect match! 🐇
#StOswaldsHospice | #QualityTimeForEveryone | #OpenUpHospiceCare | #MuchMoreThanYouThink | @wildinart | @penguinventures | #WorldOfPeterRabbit
May 6
We still have some gorgeous @officialpeterrabbit™ sculptures looking for sponsors… can you help find their perfect match? 🐰
Do you know a company that would love to snap up this unique sponsorship opportunity and be part of a summer of family fun across Newcastle and North Tyneside?
The deadline to express interest in sponsoring a sculpture as part of our exciting art trail is fast approaching, so now’s the time to get in touch and secure yours before they all hop away!
By sponsoring a sculpture, businesses can support @stoswaldsuk while gaining fantastic visibility as part of Peter Rabbit™: Tales on the Tyne. 💙
Find out more and secure your sponsorship today by clicking the link in our bio! 👆
Not the hop-portunity for you? Please share so we can help to find our rabbits their paw-fect match! 🐇
#StOswaldsHospice | #QualityTimeForEveryone | #OpenUpHospiceCare | #MuchMoreThanYouThink | @wildinart | @penguinventures | #WorldOfPeterRabbit …
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Meet our artists! 🧑🎨
Here is @bethanlaker_illustration, Kirsty Reilly, David Maguire, @hungryromantic, @sarahhyphenlee, @itsjuliefleming and @joanne.wishart.art hopping into the spotlight with their @officialpeterrabbit bunny-ear selfies 🐰
They are just some of a team of pawsome artists who will ensure our fluffle is as colourful and diverse as possible, so stay tuned for more behind-the-scenes peeks as their work progresses, it’s bound to be un-fur-gettable! 👀🎨
#StOswaldsHospice | #QualityTimeForEveryone | #OpenUpHospiceCare | #MuchMoreThanYouThink | #TalesOnTheTyne | #TheWorldOfPeterRabbit | @wildinart | @stoswaldsuk | @penguinventures
Apr 24
Meet our artists! 🧑🎨
Here is @bethanlaker_illustration, Kirsty Reilly, David Maguire, @hungryromantic, @sarahhyphenlee, @itsjuliefleming and @joanne.wishart.art hopping into the spotlight with their @officialpeterrabbit bunny-ear selfies 🐰
They are just some of a team of pawsome artists who will ensure our fluffle is as colourful and diverse as possible, so stay tuned for more behind-the-scenes peeks as their work progresses, it’s bound to be un-fur-gettable! 👀🎨
#StOswaldsHospice | #QualityTimeForEveryone | #OpenUpHospiceCare | #MuchMoreThanYouThink | #TalesOnTheTyne | #TheWorldOfPeterRabbit | @wildinart | @stoswaldsuk | @penguinventures …
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Our painting space at @quorum_park has been filled with creatively these past few weeks, as our talented artists work hardon transforming their @officialpeterrabbit sculptures in preparation for the trail opening in July 🐰💙
While we don’t want to spoilt the surprise for you all, we could resist sharing some little sneak peeks of their progress, to build up the suspense and excitement! 👀
Do you have any early favourites based on these little teasers? 🎨🐰
#StOswaldsHospice | #QualityTimeForEveryone | #OpenUpHospiceCare | #MuchMoreThanYouThink | #WorldOfPeterRabbit | @wildinart | @penguinventures | @stoswaldsuk
Apr 22
Our painting space at @quorum_park has been filled with creatively these past few weeks, as our talented artists work hardon transforming their @officialpeterrabbit sculptures in preparation for the trail opening in July 🐰💙
While we don’t want to spoilt the surprise for you all, we could resist sharing some little sneak peeks of their progress, to build up the suspense and excitement! 👀
Do you have any early favourites based on these little teasers? 🎨🐰
#StOswaldsHospice | #QualityTimeForEveryone | #OpenUpHospiceCare | #MuchMoreThanYouThink | #WorldOfPeterRabbit | @wildinart | @penguinventures | @stoswaldsuk …
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This summer, a fluffle of @officialpeterrabbit sculptures will take over the streets, parks and public buildings of Newcastle and North Tyneside – and there is still chance for businesses to be part of the fun! 🐰
Almost all of our large sculptures have now been sponsored but we do have a small amount of beautiful designs still up for grabs. With the artists now busy at work transforming them (Psss… check out some BTS from our latest artist highlight on our profile 👀🎨) time is running out. ⏳
Businesses who sponsor a sculpture will unlock a host of benefits, while supporting the work of @stoswaldsuk as a key part of the region’s most colourful summer mass participation event.
Hear from @sarahmainsresidential, @my_metro, @soprasteria_group and @geabcareers, about why they decided to hop on board as a trail sponsor, in our video from the recent Artist and Sponsor Matching Event. 💙
Find out more by clicking the link in our bio or contact our team at sponsors@talesonthetyne.co.uk
#StOswaldsHospice | #QualityTimeForEveryone | #OpenUpHospiceCare | #TalesOnTheTyne | #TheWorldOfPeterRabbit | @wildinart | @penguinventures
Apr 13
This summer, a fluffle of @officialpeterrabbit sculptures will take over the streets, parks and public buildings of Newcastle and North Tyneside – and there is still chance for businesses to be part of the fun! 🐰
Almost all of our large sculptures have now been sponsored but we do have a small amount of beautiful designs still up for grabs. With the artists now busy at work transforming them (Psss… check out some BTS from our latest artist highlight on our profile 👀🎨) time is running out. ⏳
Businesses who sponsor a sculpture will unlock a host of benefits, while supporting the work of @stoswaldsuk as a key part of the region’s most colourful summer mass participation event.
Hear from @sarahmainsresidential, @my_metro, @soprasteria_group and @geabcareers, about why they decided to hop on board as a trail sponsor, in our video from the recent Artist and Sponsor Matching Event. 💙
Find out more by clicking the link in our bio or contact our team at sponsors@talesonthetyne.co.uk
#StOswaldsHospice | #QualityTimeForEveryone | #OpenUpHospiceCare | #TalesOnTheTyne | #TheWorldOfPeterRabbit | @wildinart | @penguinventures …