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The UK’s First National Youth Anti-Violence Educational Programme and Tour

The British Ironwork Centre created the Knife Angel as a vehicle to voice the concerns of the nation, its communities, families, and the victims that have tragically been affected. The Knife Angel, under the ‘Save a Life, Surrender your Knife’ campaign, exists to spearhead change and ensure there is more of a focus on early intervention, awareness raising and education throughout the UK.

As the Knife Angel makes its way around the UK, we understand that so many of you, its supporters, want to bid for the Knife Angel to be placed in your city. In the hope it could make a difference where you live and for its message to make an impact on knife crime awareness within your region. We need your help to reach out to your local authorities to host the Knife Angel where you are.

The UK’s First National Youth Anti-Violence Educational Programme and Tour

The British Ironwork Centre created the Knife Angel as a vehicle to voice the concerns of the nation, its communities, families, and the victims that have tragically been affected. The Knife Angel, under the ‘Save a Life, Surrender your Knife’ campaign, exists to spearhead change and ensure there is more of a focus on early intervention, awareness raising and education throughout the UK.

As the Knife Angel makes its way around the UK, we understand that so many of you, its supporters, want to bid for the Knife Angel to be placed in your city. In the hope it could make a difference where you live and for its message to make an impact on knife crime awareness within your region. We need your help to reach out to your local authorities to host the Knife Angel where you are.

Where did the Knife Angel last visit?

Bolton, Lancashire

In November 2023, the Knife Angel was situated in Bolton, Lancashire.

Bolton Council leader Cllr Nick Peel said that “we have incidents here, as does the rest of the country, and this is a very powerful message to send out that knife crime devastates lives.”

Cllr Rabiya Jiva, said that “it’s very powerful to have this monument in Bolton and to have so many people who have spent a lot of time raising awareness about how knife crime kills and harms… It’s important that communities engage with messages like this as much as they can and that we work together to help bring crimes like this to an end.”

Colchester, Essex

In October 2023, the Knife Angel visited Colchester, Essex.

Colchester United Football Club stated that the “Knife Angel powerfully reminds us of the tragedies and heartbreak caused by knife crime, but also gives us a reason to talk about the dangers possession of a knife brings, allowing us to educate our young people and communities in order to keep Colchester safe”.

Harlow, Essex

In September 2023, the Knife Angel was situated in Playhouse Square, Harlow.

Melanie Hopwood, Founder of the Tommy Jones Project, said that “we are thrilled to bring the Knife Angel to Harlow; empowering our youth and raising awareness about the consequences of violence. As someone who has lost their son to the tragedy of knife crime, I am passionate and committed to spreading the message that the Knife Angel stands for: that violence is never the answer. Through this initiative, we strive to foster a community that rejects violence and embraces compassion and understanding.”

Lichfield, Staffordshire

In July 2023, the Knife Angel visited Lichfield, Staffordshire.

Cllr Doug Pullen, Leader of Lichfield District Council said: We know that knife crime across the region and nationally is on the increase, so we really want to drive that message home to all of our people here within Litchfield District that we shouldn’t be complacent.”

“We’ve got 33 school visits school visits planned for the month of July so we hope to reach many thousands of people, right throughout the month with our key message of knife and safety.”

Clive Knowles, Chairman of the Ironworks said: “The Angel is a symbol of peace in all religions, in all faiths, in all races.”

Nuneaton, Warwickshire

In June, 2023, the Knife Angel visited Nuneaton in Warwickshire.

Nuneaton offered a month of intense anti-violence education to enlighten the population on the chilling consequences of knife crime.

Sergeant Roy Walker stated: “This is a huge part of our education programme and we hope that it will make people think. The fact that it is made of 100,000 confiscated knives, that it is 100,000 blades that are not on the streets, each one could have saved a life.”

Inspector Kris Shore added: “I am really proud of what was achieved whilst the knife angel was in Nuneaton, and I would like to thank everyone that took the time to visit the statue. This enabled the public to engage and chat with my team and to take a moment to reflect about what is happening within our communities and how they can be involved in making the changes that are required.”

Memorial Square, Crewe

During May 2023 the Knife Angel visited Memorial Square in Crewe, Cheshire.

A representative of Cheshire Constabulary stated that they “will be assisting with community events aimed at educating people about the dangers of knife crime and promoting anti-knife crime messaging.”

Centenary Square, Bradford

Throughout April 2023, the Angel visited Bradford, Yorkshire.

The Lord Mayor of Bradford said: “I’m delighted that Bradford has been chosen and has stepped up to the plate to host The Knife Angel for the next month… The Council is encouraging community groups and faith leaders to come visit the sculpture and take part in the anti-violence month activities.”

Over 12,00 young people from in and around the city were made anti-violence champions. It is our hope that these young people will continue to carry the message of the Knife Angel throughout Yorkshire in the coming months and years.

Guildford Cathedral, Surrey

Guildford Cathedral and other organisations in the city pledged to run a series of events and workshops to raise awareness of violent crime in all its forms during the Knife Angel’s visit.

Detective Superintendent Becky Molyneux of Surrey Police said: “We are pleased to be supporting Guildford Cathedral as they host the Knife Angel this March. We’re committed to tackling serious violence and aggression in our communities and this project will help further important conversations, discussing why people become involved in violent crimes.”

February, 2023

The Angel is last visited Gloucester Cathedral, Gloucester.

The Angel will represent anti-violence education happening in and around Gloucestershire this February, and will offer the whole community a chance to visualise the devastating impact of knife crime.

Fuzz Asghar from Gloucestershire Youth Support Team said: “We make young people aware of carrying a knife, the dangers, the consequences and obviously you could end up in custody or you could die.”

People visiting the statue said they found it thought-provoking: “It’s scary the number of knives there, but then hopefully they’re not out on the streets being used by people causing harm.”

(Quotes From ITV)

January, 2023

In January 2023, the Knife Angel visited Arbour Park Stadium, Slough.

The Angel will represent anti-violence education happening within Slough this January, and will offer the community a chance to visualise the crushing impact of knife crime. Social and educational groups in and around Slough have pledged to undertake a month of activities to bring together schools, places of worship, community groups, and many others.

Chief Inspector Ash Smith stated: “this is us as a community taking a stand… Sadly in Slough last year we saw three murders where knives were involved and our thoughts remain with the families of those victims, the relatives and communities.”

December, 2022

The Angel is last visited Stadium MK, Milton Keynes.

The Angel will represented the intense anti-violence education happening within Milton Keynes this December, and offered the young community a chance to visualise the shocking impact of knife crime. Social and educational groups in and around Milton Keynes pledged to undertake a month of activities to bring together schools, places of worship, community groups, and many others.

Deputy Commander for Milton Keynes policing area, Chief Inspector Euan Livingstone states: “The festive season typically brings communities together, therefore we want the arrival of Knife Angel to our city this December to act as a catalyst for encouraging conversation about violence and aggression.”

November, 2022

Newport, Gwent The Angel last visited Friars Walk, Newport (Gwent).

The Angel represented the intense anti-violence education within Gwent, offering the young community a chance to visualise the shocking impact of knife crime. 

At the Knife Angel’s unveiling, Gwent Police Constable Pam Kelly stated: “The sculpture starts conversations about serious crime. We are looking ahead to the future and doing our best to keep communities safe. The knives in the angel have come from our communities, we need far less knives on our streets.”

October, 2022

Wrexham, North Wales The Angel has returned closer to home only 16 miles away from its birthplace in Oswestry, the Knife Angel now resides in Queens Square, Wrexham.The unveiling or launch date is the 7.10.22 and marks the start of 30 days of intense youth anti violence education and engagement. The Angel will represent the intense anti-violence education within Wrexham, offering the young community a chance to visualise the shocking impact of knife crime. Photo Credit: A C Photo Creative

September, 2022

Maidstone, Kent The Angel has returned to the County of Kent for the second visit, it’ll be sited at Light House Church, Maidstone. This is being lead by Maidstone’s Business Improvement District (BID) and encompasses all the towns and areas services and partners. The unveiling or launch date was the 6/9/22 and marked the start of a 30 days of intense youth anti violence education and engagement. Maidstone, has experienced very difficult circumstances surrounding Knife Crime and violence in general and took the very brave decision to lead on this next 30 days of youth activities.

August 2022

Kirkleatham Museum, Kirkleatham, Redcar TS10 5NW. On display from 2nd August, the Angel is returning to Teesside. Theresa Cave, founder of the Chris Cave Foundation which was set up in memory of her son Chris who was victim to a fatal knife attack, has been instrumental in Redcar hosting the monument, alongside the council and GRAHAM. They plan to hosts events throughout August, ending with a vigil on 31st August.

July 2022

Town Gates of Birkenhead Park, at the corner of Park Road North and Park Road East, CH41 4HS. Located between Liverpool and Chester, Birkenhead was the 23rd host location of the Knife Angel. On display from 30th June, they organised workshops, events and initiatives throughout July to promote intolerance to violence and aggression in the community. Photo credit: @tomdcpeacock

June 2022

Llys Y Brenin, Terrace Rd, Aberystwyth SY23 2AP. Aberystwyth become the second Welsh location to host the Knife Angel, and it will be on display in the town centre throughout June. Organised by the Police and Crime Commissioner and Dyfed-Powys Police, local community groups will be holding workshops and activities to promote anti-violence and anti-aggression, starting with the opening ceremony being held 1 June. The Angel can be visited in Llys y Brenin square until 29 June 2022.

May 2022

All Saints Plaza, Northampton, NN1 1DJ & Corporation Street, Corby, NN17 1NJ. The iconic monument was first on display at the All Saints Plaza in Northampton from 30th April to the 13th May, before travelling to Corporation Street in Corby, where it could be visited from 15th May to the 29th May. West Northants Council, North Northants Council and C2C Social Action partnered to create a programme of extensive activities and workshops throughout May to educate the community on the devastation caused by knife crime.

April 2022

The Spitfire Gallery, Bethesda Street, City Centre, Stoke-on-Trent, ST1 3DW. Organised by Staffordshire Police and Stoke on Trent council, in line with their Ditch the Blade campaign, a civic launch event was held on Saturday 2 April to kickstart the hosting. The Knife Angel was on display at the Smithfield throughout April. Stoke on Trent also arranged for two knife banks to be situated in the city, one with the Knife Angel and one located at Hanley Police and Fire station. Photo Credit: jessmarshall89

March 2022

Worcester Cathedral, 8 College Yard, Worcester WR1 2LA. Worcester is the 18th host of the Knife Angel. With a grand civic unveiling held on 2 March, the monument was on display by Worcester Cathedral throughout the month of March. Organised by Worcester City Council and supported by the West Mercia Police and Crime Commissioner, with support from Ringway, Worcester undertook activities across the month to raise awareness and educate around the critical message of anti-violence and anti-aggression. Photo Credit: Worcester City Council

January 2022

Barrow Town Hall, Duke Street, LA14 2LD. The 17th location on the National Youth Anti-Violence Education Programme and Tour, the Knife Angel was on display outside the Barrow Town Hall throughout January 2022. The hosting of the Knife Angel has been arranged and driven by Drop Zone Youth Project and Cumbria Police. Barrow-in-Furness fully embraced the critical message of the Knife Angel by doing their bit to ignite social change throughout their community.

December 2021

Old Town Hall, Carlisle, CA3 8JE. Carlisle marked the most Northern location the Knife Angel had travelled to so far on is National Youth Anti-Violence Education Programme and Tour.

On display outside the Town Hall in Carlisle city centre, this pivotal location ensured the critical message of the Knife Angel was spread to as many visitors and locals to the city as possible. With a grand unveiling held on the 2 December, Carlisle police force also held intensive educational workshops and activities throughout their 30 day hosting period.

November 2021

Blackburn Cathedral, Blackburn, BB1 5AA. As the 15th host location, the Angel was on display outside the iconic Blackburn Cathedral. Organised by the Vice Dean of Blackburn Cathedral Canon Missioner Rowena Pailing and her team, Blackburn kick-started their 30 days of intensive educational programme with a peace vigil held on 4 November, where interfaith representatives gave statements and candles were available for those in attendance. Schools across the county took part in workshops and conferences throughout the month.

October 2021

Rykneld Square, Chesterfield S40 1SB. The Knife Angel was on display in Rykneld Square, near the Crooked Spire church, throughout October. This iconic church was a perfect location for visitors to see the sculpture Previously hosted in Derby in October 2019, Derbyshire Police wanted to host the Angel again following a record high in knife crime in the county. They pulled out all the stops to get the sculpture back as there was a gap in the Tour that perfectly aligned with the two year anniversary of their previous hosting. Chesterfield arranged workshops and community and youth engagement throughout its 30 day hosting period to raise awareness and education around anti-violence and anti-aggression. Photo credit: Photos by Dave Matthews.

September 2021

Central Park, Chelmsford, CM2 0RW. The 13th location is Central Park in Chelmsford. As one of the oldest parks in Chelmsford, and located right in the centre of the city, this is a wonderful location to host the Angel. We worked closely with Chelmsford City Council and the youth charity Keep It 100 Essex, and the Knife Angel was in Chelmsford until the end of September. Essex are arranging 30 days of intensive educational workshops and youth engagement to run alongside the hosting of the Knife Angel in order to educate about anti-violence and anti-aggression. Knife banks were situated in two city centre locations, as well as a knife bank being situated next to the Knife Angel itself. Photo credit: Keepit100essex

14th June – 13th July 2021

Hereford Cathedral, HR1 2NG. Due to COVID-19 pandemic restrictions beginning to ease, the Knife Angel was back out on the road and was proudly stood outside the Hereford Cathedral. The city of Hereford marks the twelfth location to host the National Monument Against Violence and Aggression as part of its National Anti-Violence Tour. For the next 30 days, the Knife Angel will be on display in front of Hereford Cathedral along with a youth conference to identify young peoples needs and issues which they feel have a negative impact on them and their community.

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