The Creativity Trolley
About the Project
Launched in May 2024, the Creativity Trolley is a mobile arts cart brought to the Princess Elizabeth Hospital through a partnership between Guernsey Art Network and Health & Social Care's Arts & Health Programme. Filled with art supplies and activity packs, it brings creative activities directly to patients, families, and staff.
Since launching, the trolley has reached hundreds of patients, visitors, and staff across the hospital, creating genuine moments of connection and calm during what can be a challenging time. Behind every visit is a dedicated team of trained arts practitioners and volunteers, who tailor each session to the needs and interests of the individual.
To support the Creativity Trolley, donate via our Sumup account by clicking or scanning the QR code below.
Activities We Offer
Watercolour painting
Sketching
Jewellery Making
Stop-frame animation
...and much more
Where We Visit
The Creativity Trolley regularly travels across wards and departments at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital, including the Children's Frossard Ward, the Bulstrode Oncology Day Unit, and medical and surgical wards. Whether at the bedside or in group sessions in day rooms, every visit is shaped around the needs and interests of the individual patient.
What People Say
"It was a magical moment that was so uplifting and calming."
Family member, Frossard Ward
"It's a worrying time for people at the hospital, so knowing we've made their day and provided a little bit of distraction is very rewarding."
Marcel Lenormand, Creative Practitioner
"It is always a huge help for our staff whenever the art team visit the ward."
Jane Baker, Ward Manager
Pride of Guernsey Nomination
In 2025, the Creativity Trolley was nominated for the Arts Contribution Award at the Pride of Guernsey Awards, a wonderful recognition of the project's impact on patients, families, and staff. Nominator James Colmer described the trolley as a shining example of the powerful impact the arts can have on health and wellbeing.
Pictured here are the practitioners whose dedication makes every visit possible.
In Partnership With
Part of a Wider Programme
The Creativity Trolley is part of the wider Participatory Arts Programme at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital, which also includes the Healthcare Musician Programme in partnership with the School of Popular Music.
Together, these initiatives engage over 100 patients each week.
Thanks to Our Supporters
This project is made possible thanks to:
- Friends of the Princess Elizabeth Hospital
- The Guernsey Community Foundation
- Investec
- The Social Investment Fund Guernsey
- States of Guernsey (HSC)
...and the many individuals who give their time and creativity!
Keep the Trolley Rolling
Your support helps bring art, joy, and comfort to patients at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital.
To support the Creativity Trolley, donate via our Sumup account by clicking or scanning the QR code below.