In the summer of 2023, Croydon became a vibrant canvas with 30 giant giraffe sculptures by artists and 30 baby giraffes designed by local schools and community groups, all displayed throughout the town centre.

But this wasn’t your typical art installation – it was an open invitation for everyone to join the wild adventure. We encouraged you to grab a trail map, download the app, and set off on a journey to uncover them all.

And the thrill didn’t stop there! As the trail concluded, our large giraffes took centre stage in an electrifying fundraising auction. Thanks to the generosity of our community, we raised £58,000, offering vital support for Crisis Skylight Croydon. Our baby giraffes, crafted with love by schools and youth groups, have returned to their creators.

As the curtain falls on Croydon Stands Tall 2023, we would like to thank our trail partners and the wonderful artists who helped make Croydon Stands Tall the success it was, and to everyone who got involved and became an honorary member of our herd – thank you so much!

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