Stunning Phoenix created to help launch inspirational walking trail in Portsmouth

Stunning walking trail in the city takes its first steps

A stunning Phoenix has been created at Gunwharf Quays which will form the centre piece of a new inspirational walking trail in Portsmouth.

It follows a two-day event over the weekend to finish the wooden sculpture which will signpost people to the new Fair Ways Phoenix Journey at Hilsea Lines - an inspiring outdoor walking trail designed to celebrate stories of resilience, hope and the achievements of care-experienced people.

Pictured is: (l-r) Gareth Webb, Fair Ways managing director, sculptor Chris Bain and Mac McHugh, CEO of Fair Waysplaceholder image
Pictured is: (l-r) Gareth Webb, Fair Ways managing director, sculptor Chris Bain and Mac McHugh, CEO of Fair Ways | Sarah Standing

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The full trail, featuring a series of beautifully handcrafted wooden installations representing powerful narratives of growth and perseverance, will open in late 2026.

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