The Puffin sculpture at Plémont Headland has been taken down for a makeover.
A prominent feature of the headland for 4 years, the sculpture was originally commissioned by 'Bird on the Edge' and the National Trust for Jersey in 2022.
They stand 4m high and are made from forged steel and willow, part of raising awareness of the threatened population of the seabirds and the ongoing efforts to save them.
The sculptures are repaired every spring, in time for the summer season, but extensive damage has been found following recent storms.
This means the puffins are nearing the end of their lifespan due to the natural decay of the materials used to build them.
Fundraising for the renovation began at the beginning of the year, and this week they have begun, with the willow stripped from the metal frames.
Over the next few weeks, Blacksmith Nathan Twomey will firstly prepare the metal endoskeleton, then artists Michelle Cain and Alcindo Pinto will carefully restore the Puffins.
Whilst all this intricate work takes place, artist James Carter will transform the protective scaffold with a mural.
Islanders are invited to be part of creating the mural in workshops, which are between 10 am and midday on 28th, 29th, and 30th August.
And the 3rd and 4th of September.
During and after the workshops, Neil and Alli Singleton from Jersey Birding Tours will be leading guided walks around the site, discussing all things flora and fauna and hopefully, a chance to see some of our much-loved seabirds.
Tickets are free but you must book.
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