'Quirky' new Smiley sculptures coming to Stockport town centre
A collection of 15 new Smiley sculptures will be popping up in Stockport town centre.
From 4 July until 15 September 2025, the new sculptures will feature in a temporary outdoor art trail.
This 'quirky, exciting and fun' collection showcases the 'full spectrum' of human emotion, from anxiety to pride, joy to surprise, and everything in between.
Organised by SmileyWorld, Wild in Art, and Totally Stockport, this trail has already had 'huge success' in Battersea and Tyneside; Stockport will be the first location in the North West to host the sculptures.
Perfect for all ages, the trail will be spread across the town centre, and is designed as a 'self-guided experience'.
You'll be able to find sculptures in the Merseyway Shopping Centre, Market Place, Redrock Stockport, Stockport Underbanks, Stockport Exchange, Viaduct Park, The Plaza, Stockport Train Station, Prince's Street, Stockport Retail Park and Tesco Portwood.
Shaun Freeman-Jones, BID Manager at Totally Stockport, said: "The SmileyWorld Art Trail is a fantastic opportunity to welcome residents and visitors into our town centre for a free, feel-good experience this summer - but it's about more than just smiles.
"The trail explores a whole range of emotions, from joy and excitement to curiosity and anger, brought to life through bold and imaginative sculptures. It's a celebration of creativity, a boost for local businesses, and a chance for people of all ages to connect with how they feel. It's bold, bright and it's bang-on brand for Stockport!"
Charlie Langhorne, managing director and co-founder of Wild in Art said: "We are delighted to be able to bring the SmileyWorld Art Trail to Stockport.
"Exploring the trail is a fun activity to do with friends and family and it's free to visit. It's a great opportunity to get out in the fresh air and take a stroll around Stockport town centre while discovering some truly unique and inspiring art."
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