Pip and Posy return to Blenheim Palace with all-new 3D interactive attraction in Adventure Play
Blenheim Palace is excited to announce that Pip and Posy will be returning to Adventure Play this spring to launch Pip and Posy Play at the Palace. From 23rd May, young adventurers can step into the world of Pip and Posy as they embark on an exciting Rainbow Treasure Hunt, inspired by an episode from Pip and Posy Magic Light Pictures’ hugely popular pre-school series which airs on Sky Kids and Channel 5’s Milkshake!
Following the huge popularity of the October half-term trail, Pip and Posy Play at the Palace will start in May and run for two years. Designed for young families, this experience brings to life the charming Pip and Posy universe within Blenheim Palace’s Adventure Play, making it an unmissable day out. The all-new interactive experience will captivate visitors with 3D character installations, themed activities, audio snippets, and a magical treasure trail to delight little explorers.
Heather Carter, Managing Director Visitor Experience at Blenheim Palace, said, “We’re delighted to welcome Pip and Posy back to Adventure Play! Their joyful world perfectly complements our play area, giving families even more reasons to visit, explore and create magical memories. With the exciting treasure hunt experience, we can’t wait to see children enjoying this immersive adventure and discovering the wonderful surprises along the way.”
The Rainbow Treasure Hunt follows a special storyline inspired by the popular Pip and Posy episode Rainbow Treasure Hunters. Visitors can embark on a fun-filled journey alongside Pip and Posy, following clues and discovering hidden treasures throughout Adventure Play, making for an unforgettable and interactive experience.
Hollie Bladen, Brand Manager at Magic Light Pictures, added: “We are thrilled to renew our relationship with Blenheim Palace for a Pip and Posy attraction in their fantastic Adventure Play area. It was wonderful to watch young children being enriched and entertained by Pip and Posy during the Autumn Trail and we can’t wait to welcome more children to experience their wonderful world of play over the next two years.”
Visitors wanting to take a well-earned rest can listen to tales from the Pip and Posy books, published by Nosy Crow, in the story-telling area and there will be an opportunity for fans to meet the playful pair themselves in special appearances at select times during the trail period.
Families looking to take part in the Pip and Posy Adventure will need a Palace and Play Pass, which grants access to both Blenheim Palace and Adventure Play for a full year, making it fantastic value for regular visitors. A Palace and Play Pass is available at £165 for a family of four (two adults and two children) and at £51 per adult and £41 per child for individual day passes.
Don’t miss the chance to experience this exclusive, limited-time Pip and Posy adventure – book your visit now by visiting https://www.blenheimpalace.com/whats-on/events/pip-and-posy/.
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Issued on behalf of Blenheim Palace. For more information please contact Campaign, A Cab Studio at blenheim@cabcampaign.co.uk
About Adventure Play
Adventure Play at Blenheim Palace is a £3.6 million outdoor adventure experience located within the historic Walled Garden. It is the biggest family-themed attraction in the history of Blenheim Palace.
The area includes a series of immersive interconnecting zones with secret chambers, clamber nets, tunnels, slides, rope bridges – and giant carrots! Covering a site larger than a football pitch, it celebrates the rich heritage of the 18th century baroque Palace, inspired by real-life features including the lakeside Boat House and Hensington Gate.
The inclusive experience has been carefully designed and created to ensure children of all abilities are able to explore and enjoy the extensive play areas.
To bring the project to life, Blenheim partnered with renowned children’s play design company CAP.co and award-winning Oxfordshire family construction firm, Kingerlee.
About Blenheim Palace
Home to the Dukes of Marlborough since 1705, Blenheim Palace was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1987. Set in over 2,000 acres of ‘Capability’ Brown landscaped park and gardens, it was designed by Vanbrugh in the Baroque style and is also the birthplace of one of Britain’s most famous leaders, Sir Winston Churchill.
About Magic Light Pictures
Magic Light Pictures directly manages film production, global distribution, marketing and licensing. Magic Light’s most well-known brand is The Gruffalo, based on the best-selling picture books by creators Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. Magic Light has four Oscar nominations; three BAFTA wins as well as numerous other international awards. It has produced 12 half-hour specials based on the works of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, all have premiered on BBC One, Christmas Day. The films have been sold to over 180 broadcasters worldwide. The most recent of these was Tiddler, which screened on BBC One over Christmas 2024.
Magic Light runs a cross-category international merchandising programme for The Gruffalo and Friends brand, with over 80 licensees and hundreds of products.
In 2021 Magic Light released its first children’s series based on the collection of books by Axel Scheffler and Camilla Reid, Pip and Posy. The show is available on Channel Five, Sky Kids and Nick Jr. in the UK. It has over 32 international broadcasters and streamers on board covering over 100 countries worldwide and has been translated into 29 local language versions. The second season launched in April 2023, with educational spin off series – Pip and Posy Let’s Learn transmitting on Sky Kids that Autumn. In 2016 Magic Light produced two half-hours based on Roald Dahl’s Revolting Rhymes. They were watched by 9.3million viewers and have won numerous awards including a BAFTA for Best Animation.
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