This is Rose - Albion’s giant Snowdog designed in honour of the club’s original mascot.

Supporters will get to meet her for the first time on Saturday when she will be placed near the Amex store as part of the Snowdogs By The Sea charity arts trail.

She will be in place until the end of November just a few paw prints away from the North Stand reception where there is a huge image of her namesake Rose the bulldog, who gave the club good luck in the early 1900s.

Her owner Freddie Bates was a groundsman before he wemt off to fight in the First World War.

You can read more of her story in a special Argus Snowdog supplement with Saturday’s paper.

Rose has been welcomed to the club by players Tomer Hemed, Anthony Knockaert, Bruno Saltor and Lewis Dunk.

Sponsored by Brighton and Hove Albion Football Club and American Express, Rose the Snowdog is one of 44 on the trail which will raise money for The Martlets hospice.

Artist Deven Bhurke, who is behind the creation, said: “I have designed several public art sculptures but never a sports themed one so it was great fun creating Rose.

“It appealed to me because I love creating characters and bringing Rose to life has been very enjoyable, especially seeing the response of Albion fans.”

Tom Gorringe, from the club, said: “We are delighted to be working with our partners American Express to support such a worthy initiative.

“Bringing the trail to the Amex and to our supporters was important for us. Named after our first-ever mascot, Rose stands as a great celebration of our history and will fit in well amongst some of the new heritage imagery around the stadium.”

The giant Snowdogs will be joined by a pack of Snowpuppies which have been designed by Brighton and Hove schoolchildren. They will be displayed in museums and libraries around the city.

After the trail, the figures will be auctioned off in aid of the hospice. The Argus is the official media partner.

  • Read the story of Rose in a special Argus Snowdog supplement out on Saturday. This is your ultimate guide on how to take part in the charity arts trail featuring all the information you need including a map, quiz, facts, and an introduction to all the sculptures. Visit The Argus stand at Brighton Railway Station from 9am to 12.30pm on Saturday to pick up your copy, get your hands on a special Snowdog trail survival kit goody bag and meet our Snowdog correspondent Flora Thompson. Of every sale here, 20p will be donated to The Martlets Hospice.