Hares of Hamphire 2022

Verkennen, leren en vieren in Winchester en Southampton 2022

Explore, Learn & Celebrate

Welcome to a spectacular public art event that will bound across the great cities of Winchester and Southampton in the summer of 2022. It’s time to leap out of hibernation with this exciting interactive art event brought to you by The Murray Parish Trust and Wild In Art.

For ten weeks, streets, parks and publics spaces across these two cities will spring into life with an exhibition of magnificent Hares, showcasing the wealth of artistic talent the county has to offer. The giant hare sculptures are decorated by professional artists, while the smaller hares - the Leverets - have been designed by the talented young people of Hampshire.

This will be the biggest art event that Winchester and Southampton have ever seen, creating a free, fun, family-friendly trail of discovery for everyone to enjoy whilst exploring our great cities. This is an opportunity for locals and visitors to be inspired, get creative and celebrate the history and culture of Hampshire.