PREVIEW

More than 100 brightly coloured and uniquely designed large-scale egg sculptures have been unveiled in Covent Garden's North Piazza and distributed across London.

Artists LUAP, Sophie Tea, David Loftus, Philip Colbert, Charlotte Colbert, and Ryan Lanji were all in attendance to see off their striking creations before they are scattered across the capital. Passers-by enjoyed a rare opportunity to view the entire collection of over 100 designs together before the sculptures are dispersed throughout London.

From Monday 24th March to 27th April, The Big Egg Hunt will launch across London as a free public art exhibition, featuring designs from leading figures in art, design, fashion, jewellery, and food. The event celebrates creativity while supporting the Asian wildlife charity, Elephant Family.

Artists contributing to the project include Mr Doodle, Rana Begum, Chopard, Beth Katleman, Sophie Tea, LUAP, Remi Rough, Duncan Campbell & Charlotte Rey, Philip Colbert, Charlotte Colbert, Ryan Lanji, Andy Sturgeon, Rob & Nick Carter, Bellerby Globe, Clarence Court, Dominic Harris, and The Royal Drawing School, among many others.

The eggs will be displayed at some of London's most iconic locations, including Battersea Power Station, Covent Garden, the Royal Albert Hall, Marylebone, Marble Arch, the City of London, Buckingham Palace, Belgravia, and Canary Wharf. The public will be able to follow the free-to-view trail, which aims to make art accessible while raising awareness for wildlife conservation.

Participants will be able to "collect" the eggs they find by ticking them off on a free app, which will also reveal prizes along the way. At the end of the exhibition, the sculptures will be auctioned to raise vital funds for Elephant Family.

Elephant Family has captivated the world with its public art displays since 2003, creating masterpieces that inspire and drive change. Founded by the late Mark Shand, brother of Her Majesty The Queen, the charity remains a beacon of hope for Asian wildlife conservation. It is the only charity jointly presided over by Their Majesties The King and Queen, with Princess Eugenie serving as a longstanding patron.

In 2012, Mark Shand launched The Big Egg Hunt in London to raise awareness and funds for the plight of the Asian elephant. Following its success, the initiative expanded to New York City two years later. In 2024, The Little Egg Hunt, featuring 12 designs by artists including Charlotte and Philip Colbert, returned to Chelsea in London as a prelude to the 2025 trail, which aims to celebrate creativity across the city.

Richard Hawkes, CEO of Elephant Family, said: "The Big Egg Hunt is a vibrant celebration of art and conservation that everyone can enjoy. We are delighted to bring it back to London and hope the exhibition will not only inspire but also spark important conversations about protecting wildlife while raising vital funds to support our work."

Adrian Gott, CEO of Clarence Court Eggs, added: "We are thrilled to be the main sponsor of The Big Egg Hunt 2025 in London. This event brings together art, community, and the joy of discovery. At Clarence Court, we are passionate about celebrating the uniqueness of eggs, and this exhibition is a perfect way to showcase creativity while bringing excitement to the city. I have no doubt the public will enjoy uncovering these beautifully designed giant eggs next Easter."

At the heart of The Big Egg Hunt is a mission to generate essential funds for on-the-ground conservation projects led by Elephant Family. With every egg discovered, the charity and participating artists hope to raise awareness of critical conservation issues, make art accessible to all, and inspire conversations about the protection of wildlife.

The Big Egg Hunt, is presented by the wildlife charity Elephant Family in association with Clarence Court Eggs.