The Elephant Family

The Big Egg Hunt

The Elephant Family are proud to have joined forces with Clarence Court eggs for The Big Egg Hunt 2025.

Easter saw us unite some of the world’s renowned creatives to bring a city-wide spectacle of egg-celent art. During this time, London was dazzled by over 100 decorated large-scale eggs, brought to life by iconic names in not only art, but also design, interiors, food and retail. With the likes of Anya Hindmarch, LUAP, Fortnum & Mason, Chopard, Philip Colbert, Duncan Campbell & Charlotte Rey involved, this amalgamation of talented creators guaranteed a spectacle for the whole city to enjoy.

The Big Egg Hunt ran from 24th March to 27th April, 2025, and everyone was invited to find the scattered 2ft egg sculptures as part of a free-to-view trail across iconic locations and landmarks. From historic neighbourhoods like Chelsea, Canary Wharf, Covent Garden and Marble Arch, to famous cornerstones in London’s rich tapestry, such as Battersea Power Station, The Barbican, The British Museum and The Royal Albert Hall, each landmark provided the perfect backdrop to witness an exhibition like no other whilst exploring the Capital. The trail was made possible through the support of our sponsors IBI Logistics.

Members of the public were able to “collect the eggs” they found, ticking them off on a free app, which also revealed exciting prizes along the way. ‘The Big Egg Hunt’ App was downloadable on iOS and Google Play alongside a helpful map. 

Once the trail ended, the wonderful egg sculptures became available to buy though auction, helping to raise money for important conservation work, protecting habitats and wildlife in South Asia.

“I’m delighted to support this year’s big egg hunt in support of Elephant Family. A wonderful celebration of art and a reminder about nurturing the incredible animals that share our planet.”
-HRH Princess Eugenie, long-standing Patron of Elephant Family

“What is particularly appealing about the hunt is the sheer size and scale of the undertaking and the fact that there is a cross pollination between artists and designers from different backgrounds.”
– The Huffington Post

History

Elephant Family has enchanted the world with its public art displays since 2003; crafting masterpieces that not only captivate the imagination but also stir hearts and ignite change. Founded by HRH The Queen’s late brother, the visionary Mark Shand, Elephant Family stands as a beacon of hope for Asian wildlife conservation. It is the only charity of which The King and Queen are joint Presidents. Princess Eugenie is also a longstanding Patron.

In 2012, Mark Shand launched the Big Egg Hunt in London to raise money and awareness for the plight of the Asian Elephant and it was such a success that two years later, he took the idea to New York City. In 2024, The Little Egg Hunt, featuring 12 designs from names including Charlotte and Philip Colbert, returned to Chelsea in London, acting as a prelude to the 2025 trail, which aims to represent creativity within the city, free for all to enjoy.

“This is the Egg Hunt to join…. as Mark Shand, our beloved Founder, said eggs are the symbols of hope and by golly we need that now. Eggs and Elephants: a pairing made in Heaven!”
- Dame Joanna Lumley, Elephant Family Patron

“It is not only the most beautiful, colorful and fun campaign, it also holds the key to saving the majestic species from extinction.”
- Goldie Hawn, Elephant Family Patron