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Elmer's Art Parade Trail

Can you find all 12 Elmers around Milton Keynes City Centre? From 11th July to 31st August, Elmer's Art Parade will transform Milton Keynes City Centre into a vibrant outdoor art trail. Discover a herd of colourful Elmer sculptures, each brought to life by a different artist with its own unique design. It's a fun, free activity for families and a great way to explore the city during the summer holidays. Follow the trail, complete the quiz and pick up your trail certificate which will grant you access to an exclusive offer to visit Elmer at Gulliver’s Dinosaur & Farm Park!

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Elmer's Art Parade

Can you find all 12 Elmer sculptures around Milton Keynes City Centre?
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This summer Midsummer Place are launching Safari in the City, a free family trail running throughout the shopping centre, in partnership with Woburn Safari Park.
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Join centre:mk for the summer of fun with the return of The Beach!
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