The Big Hoot is a spectacular public art event that will fly into Chichester and Arundel in the summer of 2024.

Landing in streets, parks, and open spaces, the parliament of 30 large owls - each one individually designed by an artist and sponsored by a business – will nest outside forming a free, fun, family-friendly trail of discovery for people of all ages to enjoy.

In addition to The Big Hoot outdoor art trail, there will be a parliament of smaller owl sculptures – The Little Hoots – decorated by local schools, colleges and community youth groups.

The Little Hoot sculptures will be displayed in indoor venues around Chichester and Arundel and form part of the overall art trail. As well as being great fun, the art trail will help to raise vital funds for your local children’s hospice, Chestnut Tree House, and deliver significant benefits to your community.

Local children’s hospice, Chestnut Tree House is working with Wild in Art to create this feel-good campaign, which will connect businesses and artists with local schools and communities, while also raising awareness and funds for children and young people with life-limiting conditions and their families.

The art trail will celebrate the community through creativity, promote wellbeing and an active lifestyle, and facilitate discussions on important topics – from environmental issues and the natural world, to citizenship, health and wellbeing.