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Stay in luxury at a Welsh chateau
On 22/11/2012 in UK
Plas Rhianfa offers a fun Enid Blyton package the whole family will love
Plas RhianfaPlas Rhianfa is a stunning Welsh chateau in Anglesey, though it wouldn’t look out of place in the Loire Valley. In celebration of one of the UK’s greatest children’s writers, the hotel has created a fun Enid Blyton package for families
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Junior meets: Quentin Blake
On 24/05/2012 in Books
Quentin Blake has illustrated a new cover for one of five special Enid Blyton Famous Five 70th anniversary editions. We caught up with the acclaimed illustrator
What was it like illustrating the cover for Five On A Treasure Island?
When I was asked to do it, I wasn't familiar with Enid Blyton. I knew her name, of course, but I was not acquainted with her work. So, for me, there was a special pleasure
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Storybook Heroes No 8: Noddy
On 25/11/2012 in Books
Meet the brilliant fictional characters who have become timeless classics in the world of children's books
man."Why we love Noddy* His sartorial elegance: who else would wear red shoes with blue ribbons, a polka-dot neckerchief and a blue hat with a bell?* The Fifties' quaintness of the original stories, penned by the inimitably prissy Enid Blyton (without
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In the July issue of Junior Magazine
On 05/06/2008 in General
This issue is no longer on sale. For copies of this issue, please contact Junior magazine
This Month's Cover StoriesCool BritanniaFrom kite-flying and Raleigh bike racing to taking tea and cakes at the Ritz or settling down with an Enid Blyton book, here is the A to Z of a truly British childhoodA Very English AffairFamous for her love
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Seven Stories, Newcastle Upon Tyne
On 25/07/2011 in Days Out
From tall stories to rollicking reads, Seven Stories is bursting at the seams with witty words and astonishing images
are among those who have visited to date.Not many people know this, but… Seven Stories is the home to Mr Tumpy’s Caravan – an unpublished manuscript by Enid Blyton, which hit the news early this year.Special events A flight-themed Up, Up And Away Week runs
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The best family events in May
On 13/05/2013 in Days Out
Fun and fascinating days out for your family this month
.nationaltrust.org.uk5th A jolly nice showMystery, Magic And Midnight Feasts: The Many Adventures Of Enid Blyton at Seven Stories in Newcastle includes original illustrations from the beloved author’s work, including Noddy, The Famous Five and The Magic Faraway Tree. Tel
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Into the woods
On 23/01/2008 in Days Out
Magical and majestic – trees fascinate children.
and adventures that have happened deep in the forest, or The Magic Faraway Tree that leads to mysterious and enchanted lands.And, just like Enid Blyton’s deep-rooted relic, many trees are home to an assortment of seldom-seen creatures and often have a hidden
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The Top 100 Children's Books
On 20/04/2010 in Books
So here they are! The best books for children of all time, voted by you.
, Peter strays into his neighbour’s garden and proceeds to eat his vegetables, only to be chased away by an angry Mr McGregor. Potter’s writing style has the quaint, mannered charm of its period. 20The Magic Faraway Treeby Enid Blyton Egmont, £5
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