12/06/2026
Wow what words!!!!......So sad to have to share this.......Alrhough the majority of pepole are happy to join the Pride of Yorkshire and enjoy seeing all the Lions, Lionesses and Cubs, it appears that a very small minority think it is okay to inflict damage......I feel absolutely gutted for the Artist and the Sponsors of this Lioness, lets hope it isn't too long before she is back and part of The Pride of Yorkshire
If you are out and about this weekend on the trail please try and visit the Morrisons Community Champions Lion, The Dreaming Lion, it is 'roaming' St Paul's Place, near the Peace Gardens and please also tag us with any photos......Happy Hunting...π¦π¦π¦π¦π¦
π¦ Weβre really saddened to share that one of our beautiful Pride of Yorkshire lionesses has been damaged overnight in Sheffield and has been temporarily removed from the trail.
Created by a talented artist, sponsored by a local business and already loved by so many visitors in the first few days, we know many families will be disappointed not to see her this weekend.
Our team is already working with Simpson Patterns to repair her and return her to the trail as soon as possible. The incident has also been reported to South Yorkshire Police.
Despite this, weβve been completely overwhelmed by the incredible response to Pride of Yorkshire so far. Itβs been amazing to see families, friends and communities exploring South Yorkshire, collecting lions and sharing your brilliant photos and trail adventures in support of Sheffield Childrenβs π
As youβre out enjoying the trail, please help us look after the sculptures so they can be enjoyed by as many people as possible this summer.
π§ Spot damage to a sculpture? Let us know: prideofyorkshire.org/lion-repair-shop
π Support Pride of Yorkshire and Sheffield Childrenβs Emergency Department appeal: prideofyorkshire.org/donate/
π Join the trail online and start collecting lions: trail.prideofyorkshire.org/