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Free giant frog trail returning to Stockport this summer

Hop onto this giant frog hunt and learn about some fantastic inventors while having leaps and heaps of fun.

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1 year ago

July 19, 2023

Holly Pritchard

Gerald England / Geograph & Stockport Tourism

A new giant frog trail is coming back to Stockport in time for the school holidays and it’s free.

The Great Frogtastic Invention Trail launches on Saturday, July 22nd, just in time for the kids’ summer break featuring 19 colourful giant sculptures for families to find.

Following the success of the previous trails of the amphibian themed hunt, this year will feature a whole army of new frogs creating hours of fun to keep the kids entertained.

The new collection represents 19 different inventions and will be spread across Stockport town centre, but we can’t tell you where.

Sponsored by local businesses and organisations, the frogs are the creation of Totally Stockport, the team from Stockport’s Business Improvement District, and the 19-strong army have been painted by local artists.

Totally Stockport said: “Nineteen frogtastic invention frogs will be hopping onto their giant cogs located throughout the town centre, creating an educational, engaging and vibrant, outdoor art trail attracting thousands of people from across the region.

“People from all ages and backgrounds, from businesses, schools and community groups will once again be attracted to discover the trail and explore the town centre to seek out all the fantastic frogs.”

They continued: “From the beginning of the Stone Age, around 2.6 million years ago, man has strived to invent tools and technologies to make life easier and more efficient.

“Stockport’s Great Frogtastic Inventions Trail takes you on a journey through history, celebrating many of the greatest inventions – from the wheel to the slinky, from the printing press to the iPod.

“Grab a map, follow the vibrant and fun outdoor art trail to discover all 19 invention frogs.”

Maps can be collected from town centre shops or will soon be available to download online. The frog trail runs until September 29th.