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11 best Gruffalo toys every Julia Donaldson fan will adore
Follow us into the deep, dark wood...

Since their release in 1999 and 2004 respectively, the beloved creations of Julia Donaldson, The Gruffalo and The Gruffalo's Child have long captured the hearts of children and adults.
With its charming characters and magical storylines, the franchise has become a cherished staple of childhood. And now, with the exciting announcement of a third book in the Gruffalo series due to be released in 2026, fans have even more reason to celebrate!
It’s the perfect time to explore some of the best Gruffalo toys that bring this enchanting world to life. From adorable plushies to imaginative play sets, they're the ultimate way for little ones to immerse themselves in the magic of the deep, dark wood.
Stacey looks after all food and drink reviews — from coffee pods and veg boxes, to natural wine and tequila. Stacey is also founder of Crummbs, where she’s written nearly 2,000 restaurant and hotel reviews since 2013. Prior to this, Stacey wrote hundreds of in-depth buying guides for the Independent, i newspaper and BBC Good Food, as well as reviewing restaurants and interviewing celebrities in her column at Balance Magazine. Stacey has also appeared in BAFTA-nominated BBC documentary Blood, Sweat & Takeaways, where she investigated South East Asia's food production industry, appearing on both Newsnight and BBC World Service to share her findings. Regularly checking out the latest restaurants, bars and product launches, Stacey also loves experimenting with recipes at home, and is a WSET-certified wine and spirits expert, with over 10 years of experience in the business. You can follow Stacey on Instagram @crummbs_uk


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