A giant rooftop message saying “Thank you” can be seen on the Eden Project Biomes.
The sign, in four-metre high white letters alongside a blue heart, has been created by the Eden team to express its gratitude to everyone helping people and communities through the coronavirus pandemic and all the challenges that have arisen from it.
This coming Sunday, July 5, is the 72nd anniversary of the creation of the National Health Service (NHS) and the landmark date is being celebrated in many ways around the country, encouraged by the Together coalition, www.together.org.uk.
The aim is to remember those who have been lost, thank all those who are helping the country get through the crisis and bring people together in a national moment of connection. A big focal point will be a nationwide clap for the NHS at 5pm on Sunday.
As well as the “Thank you” sign, Eden is also going to light up the Biomes blue this weekend.
Peter Stewart, the Eden Project’s campaigns and communications director, said: “We are joining in the spirit of the national moment and showing our appreciation to all the unsung heroes of the age with a bold and simple statement of thanks.
The Rainforest Biome, Mediterranean Biome and Core education centre reopen tomorrow (July 4). NHS and care workers can come in free of charge - but tickets must be pre-booked.
Pre-booking online is also essential for existing Eden Project members and passholders