Life-size Lego bench built in memory of boy
Summary
A life-size bench made from more than 11,000 donated Lego bricks was built in memory of 12-year-old Matthew Girard, who died from cancer in 2020. The bench was unveiled at the primary school he attended in Guernsey and involved efforts from volunteers and Lego enthusiasts.Key Facts
- Matthew Girard was 12 years old when he died from cancer in 2020.
- The bench is made mostly of reused Lego bricks donated by the local community.
- Over 11,000 Lego pieces were used in creating the bench.
- The bench has a wooden base with Lego pieces built on top.
- Volunteers and Lego experts helped design and build the bench.
- Matthew’s family said he loved Lego, and the bench serves as a lasting tribute.
- The bench was unveiled at St Martin's Primary School in Guernsey, where Matthew studied.
- A Lego-themed room in a charity flat in Southampton is also dedicated to Matthew.
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