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Nick Wheeler, founder of shirt retail company Charles Tyrwhitt, recently had a Monopoly flashback when announcing the site of his new store, which is due to open in September.…

July 28, 2010 / No Comment / Read More
Latest Reviews

KAPLA – the magic plank

A deceptively simple construction toy that should provide years – and even generations – of fun…

July 29, 2010 / No Comment / Read More

Orchard Toys Enchanted Forest puzzle

Orchard Toys’ Enchanted Forest is a 75-piece jigsaw puzzle that builds into a colourful scene that is absolutely bursting…

July 7, 2010 / No Comment / Read More

Haba Crafty Badger

Packing up to go on holiday is a time-consuming process even when it all goes smoothly. Making sure you…

May 11, 2010 / No Comment / Read More

Le Toy Van Retro Racer

Le Toy Van’s Retro Racer taps into the timeless appeal of the wooden toy car, capturing attention with its…

April 30, 2010 / No Comment / Read More


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Top Toys

My Pal Scout

Kids have been playing with Scout, the playful pup that features in many of LeapFrog’s educational toys, for years. This year they finally got the chance to play with Scout in person – and he didn’t disappoint. …

December 17, 2009 / No Comment / Read More

KAPLA – the magic plank

A deceptively simple construction toy that should provide years – and even generations – of fun…

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KAPLA – the magic plank

A deceptively simple construction toy that should provide years – and even generations – of fun…

July 29, 2010 / No Comment / Read More

KAPLA – the magic plank

A deceptively simple construction toy that should provide years – and even generations – of fun…

July 29, 2010 / No Comment / Read More

Dice Maestro Jurassic Wars

Imagine having your own private army of dinosaurs, and controlling them in battle with other prehistoric beasts, and you’ve gone a long way to understanding the appeal of Jurassic Wars. …

November 30, 2009 / No Comment / Read More

ToyTalk TV

Christmas in July 2010

Highlights of the Christmas in July 2010 press event.…

July 8, 2010 / 2 Comments / Read More

The Playmobil Production Facility

Behind the scenes at Playmobil's production facility…

May 27, 2010 / No Comment / Read More

A chat with Playmobil’s Bernhard Hane

Playmobil's Head of Design, Bernhard Hane, talks us through the early design stages of a new toy line.…

May 26, 2010 / No Comment / Read More

An interview with Playmobil’s Horst Brandstätter – Pt 1

Playmobil owner Horst Brandstätter discusses how he developed the Playmobil system with toy designer Hans Beck.…

May 24, 2010 / No Comment / Read More

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Sky Battle

Manufactured in the UK by Ideal Toy Company Limited of High Wycombe, Sky Battle was a thrilling game for kids of seven and up, although I can personally vouch for…

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