Sponsors

Sponsorship opportunities worth roaring for

Businesses, individually or working in partnership, community organisations, and schools are invited to sponsor a blank lion sculpture. Artists submit bold, creative designs, and at a special networking event hosted by Aspex Gallery, sponsors can choose their favourite to bring to life.

In summer 2026, the decorated lions will form a free art trail across Portsmouth which visitors can follow using a map and app, unlocking rewards, and discovering new places. The event roars to a close with a farewell event and auction, raising funds to support a citywide legacy.

Lion-size benefits for your business

  • A wide range of media and marketing exposure
  • Opportunity to choose the artist and artwork to reflect your brand - professionally designed and executed
  • Your lion situated in a key trail location
  • Your company's logo and details on the sculpture's plaque, event website, trail map and app. Plus on the lions video to be shown on the Big Screen
  • Opportunities to offer in app rewards with bespoke product or service activation
  • Networking opportunities
  • Provision of Portsmouth100 logo for your company to use
  • Standing proud with the Portsmouth pride

Package prices from £500 (exclusive of VAT)

Download our sponsorship pack (PDF, 3.6MB) for more details.

Front cover for the Pride of Portsmouth sponsorship pack

Contact us today

Email - danielle.eberhardt@portsmouthcc.gov.uk

Call - 023 9283 4307

This is your chance to be part of something truly special and will celebrate our city’s creativity, boosting your brand visibility, and supporting the community in a bold and unforgettable way.

Let’s make Portsmouth roar — together!