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LEGO Harry Potter The Knight Bus
I must confess me and my wife are massive Harry Potter fans so this review will have elements of bias from start to finish! I have always aired on the side of caution with LEGO as I love it and could see myself falling into a collectors trap very easily,...
furReal Cubby the Curious Bear
furReal Cubby, the Curious Bear Interactive Plush Toy is tipped to be the hottest toy this Christmas and is aimed at children ages 4 and up. He is marketed a curious young cub, and is eager to be picked up and held (he hugs you back!), play peek-a-boo, and even...
Jellycat Franilla Luxe Bunny
Ice cream in winter? Jellycat’s Franilla Luxe Bunny is all for it! With beautifully soft, patterned cream fur, floppy ears and a sweet pink nose, this 31cm bunny is full of character. A gorgeous addition to the much-loved Jellycat collection, she’s ready for cuddles, Christmas adventures and perhaps a... Read more
Jellycat Jack‘ Alpine’
Jellycat Jack is heading for the slopes, although he’s more interested in relaxing than skiing! Dressed in a cosy parka with a fluffy hood, this 32cm version of the much-loved mascot is wonderfully soft and full of character. A lovely Christmas surprise for Jellycat collectors and cuddly toy enthusiasts... Read more
ROKR Christmas Cuckoo Clock LCB01
Christmas decorations don’t get much more charming than the ROKR Christmas Cuckoo Clock. This 293-piece wooden puzzle transforms into a working clock, complete with a flapping cuckoo, moving Santa’s sleigh, twinkling lights and festive music. With around eight hours of building involved, it’s a Christmas project worth making time... Read more
LEGO® SEASONAL | 40865 Buddy the Elf
The best way to spread Christmas cheer is building Buddy the Elf! This brilliant 713-piece LEGO set recreates everyone’s favourite oversized elf, complete with his green suit, candy canes, maple syrup and an Arctic puffin. Standing 31cm tall, he’s a wonderfully festive addition to any LEGO collection or Christmas... Read more
LEGO® SEASONAL | 40820 Up-Scaled Santa Minifigure
Santa’s had a LEGO makeover, and he’s bigger than ever! The Up-Scaled Santa Minifigure contains 761 pieces and stands an impressive 27cm tall once built. Complete with movable arms, a classic red suit and a bushy white beard, he’s a fun festive building project that doubles as a Christmas... Read more
LEGO® STAR WARS™ | 75456 Advent Calendar 2026
Advent Calendar 2026. Inspired by The Mandalorian, it features 24 surprises, including festive versions of Grogu and Mando in matching Christmas jumpers, miniature spacecraft and familiar creatures. With 293 pieces to discover, there’s something new to build every day. RRP £29.99 Click here for more info Read more
Mostarle Cyberpunk Plasma Ball Spider
Spiders aren’t usually welcome in the house, but this one deserves pride of place. The Mostarle Cyberpunk Plasma Ball Spider is a challenging 650-piece metal model kit featuring poseable legs, glowing eyes and a plasma ball that reacts to touch. With around eight hours of building involved, it’s a... Read more
Mostarle Nebula Astronaut
An astronaut and a mechanical spider might sound like an unlikely pairing, but Mostarle turns both into fascinating building projects. These intricate metal model kits are assembled piece by piece, with glowing details that make them just as impressive to display. A Christmas gift that offers plenty of satisfaction... Read more
Scalextric C4334 Mini – Mr Bean ‘Do-It-Yourself’
Who could forget Mr Bean driving his Mini from an armchair strapped to the roof? Scalextric has recreated that hilarious moment with this wonderfully detailed 1:32 scale model. Complete with working lights and fully branded display case this is a piece of British tv history that will look just... Read more
Scalextric C4684A Ronnie Peterson Lotus – Twin Car Set
A little Formula One history for under the Christmas tree, this Scalextric twin car set celebrates legendary Swedish driver Ronnie Peterson. Featuring the Lotus 72 from Monaco 1974 and Lotus 79 from Austria 1978, both in iconic black and gold, these beautifully detailed models are a real treat for... Read more