First two unicorns revealed in Bristol

Unicornfest is coming to Bristol 2023 and it's gonna be awesooooome! To get everyone in the that magical, sparkly spirit and help the amazing charity, Leukaemia Care UK, two special unicorns have appeared around town. Harry Uni-kane is joining the football party at Ashton Gate and will be standing proud with a LGBTQ+ OneLove armband. You can also find a Christmas themed one down Broadmead at the festive market that just opened. Check 'em out - they've got QR codes linking to the fundraising campaign with all info you need. Let's get this unicorn show on the road!

Members of the public, businesses and organisations across the West will be able to donate directly from their bank account into Leukaemia Care’s bank account without the need of a debit or credit card. This new Open Banking powered payment technology is developed specifically for the trail by Bristol fintech success story Moneyhub, who are supporting the initiative as a growing Bristol enterprise now backed by pow erhouses Legal & General and Lloyds Banking Group, and Nationwide.

Donations can be made simply by scanning the unicorn’s QR code with any smart phone or tablet or via this online link. This payment method is easy-toaccess and safe, with 100% of donations going straight to Leukaemia Care with no fees being taken, unlike other donation options.

Zack Pemberton-Whiteley, CEO of Leukaemia Care comments: “Thanks to Moneyhub for their support for Unicornfest. The trail is free for all to enjoy, but together we’ve given the opportunity to donate through QR codes across the trail for those who would like to. This will supplement our other efforts to fund the important work of Leukaemia Care”.

Ingrid Anusic, Marketing Director of Moneyhub adds: “As a Bristol-based brand we were really keen to get involved with Unicornfest as we could see how our technology could enhance the fundraising efforts around this bright, uplifting and innovative arts trail. Our payments software gives the public a quick, easy and safe way to donate, along with the assurance that 100% of their donation goes directly to the cause without any delays”.

The event has already attracted 25 sponsors from across the city leaving just 20 sponsorship spaces remaining. Those involved will be matched to an artist early next year ahead of painting commencing in February. With limited sponsorship spaces remaining, those wishing to be involved should get in touch with the Unicornfest team as soon as possible

Unicornfest will take place across Bristol from 1 July to 3 September 2023 and forms a key part of the 650th anniver sary celebrations for Bristol. There will be a series of activities planned leading up to the trail itself which will provide unicorn lovers everywhere plenty of opportunity to get up close and personal with the magical herd.

The artist applications have been open since October, with some fantastic designs and ideas coming forward. With well-known street artists HazardOne, Holy Moly, Farrah Fortnam and Artist in the Shed now secured, artist applications have been extended until 30th December.