Amaze launches The Story Trail
Amaze unveils new art trail for 2026 – inviting everyone to #SitWithUs
Get ready to dive into Brighton & Hove’s first storybook art trail. The Story Trail will arrive on the streets of Brighton & Hove in the autumn 2026. You’ll be able to discover local artists’ creations on over 30 BookBench sculptures across the city’s streets. The trail is organised by and fundraising for Amaze.
Amaze unveiled the new BookBench sculpture and details of the Story Trail at an event at The Engineerium. Families who use Amaze services, local businesses and local artists were in attendance.
Local schools, nurseries and community groups are invited to decorate smaller BookBenches. If you would like your child’s school, nursery or community group to get involved, please encourage them to register their interest.
Celebrating inclusion and diversity
Hannah Albrooke, Head of Fundraising and Marketing at Amaze said:
“We are thrilled to be bringing this new Story Trail to our city next autumn. The Story Trail will invite people to discover the immense creativity and imagination displayed on each BookBench throughout the city. Our sculpture is a BookBench, which means each art piece also acts as a convenient spot to rest. As a disability charity, we are designing the trail with accessibility in mind. We can’t wait to reveal more over the next 12 months.”
Sally Polanski, Chief Executive at Amaze added: “We’re really excited to be launching our new Story Trail. This immersive city-wide art trail will also help us raise vital funds and write new, brighter chapters for many local families who are raising a child with a disability or special educational needs.
“Many people aren’t aware that it costs three times as much to raise a child with a disability, so all funds raised through next year’s Story Trail will provide a much needed boost and help us offer more practical and advisory services for the families who use Amaze,” said Polanski.
In partnership with Wild in Art
The Story Trail is produced in partnership with global art producers Wild in Art. Wild in Art are known for creating world-class public art trails that bring colour, creativity, and community engagement to cities across the globe.
Charlie Langhorne, Managing Director and Co-founder, Wild in Art said: “We’re delighted to partner with Amaze to bring the Story Trail to life in Brighton and Hove. Our BookBenches celebrate creativity, storytelling, and community and we can’t wait to see how local artists make each sculpture their own. It’s a fantastic opportunity for local businesses to get involved, show their support, and be part of something truly special in the city next year.”
We invite artists to take part and showcase their ideas on a BookBench. Businesses can get involved now by contacting us at [email protected].
More information for prospective artists and business sponsors can be found at the link.
