Where to celebrate Winnie the Pooh in the UK

Winnie the Pooh, Christopher Robin and their best friends Piglet, Eeyore, Kanga, Roo, Rabbit, and Owl (oh… and don't forget Tigger too!) are soon to be part of a beautifully crafted musical stage adaptation, perfect for Pooh fans of all ages. Stunning puppetry, toe-tapping songs, and heart-warming adventures feature in this brand-new family-friendly theatre show.
When: Until 21 May 23 (then on UK tour from May-Sep 23)
Where: Riverside Studios , 101 Queen Caroline Street, London W6 9BN

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The Hundred Acre Wood of the Winnie the Pooh stories is actually the Five Hundred Acre Wood in Ashdown Forest in East Sussex, and happily, you can go and visit. There are two trails to choose from that take you around locations from the books – the Short Pooh Walk is 0.6 miles (1km) and the Long Pooh Walk is 2 miles (3.25km). Look out for Owl's House, the Poohsticks bridge, the Enchanted Place, and the Heffalump trap. There's also a memorial to A A Milne and E H Shepard to spot. Take the longer route and you can follow in Pooh's footsteps on the 'expotition' to the North Pole. Whichever route you choose, you'll be treated to a glorious dose of the great outdoors and wonderful views along the way.
Where: Gills Lap Car Park is a good starting point, Ashdown Forest , Uckfield, TN22 3JD

A close drive from Ashdown Forest is the village of Hartfield, and Pooh Corner, a must-visit place for fans of Winnie the Pooh. Pooh Corner is a tea room, gift shop and 'Pooh-seum' (a free museum full of Winnie the Pooh memorabilia). It's the perfect place to stop and refuel after completing the Pooh trails in the 100 Aker Wood.
Where: Pooh Corner , High Street, Hartfield, East Sussex, TN7 4AE

If, like Pooh Bear and Christopher Robin, you love exploring the great outdoors, then you'll love Aldenham Country Park. Take the 100 Aker Wood trail, and you'll find around a dozen sites inspired by the Winnie the Pooh stories – a Poohsticks bridge, Eeyore's gloomy place, Rabbit's house – all laid-out in a circular walk just the right length for little legs. Once you've explored the trail, there's a lovely adventure playground and a family-friendly farm to enjoy too. If you want to stay longer, there's even a campsite.
Where: Aldenham Country Park , Aldenham Road, Elstree, Borehamwood, WD6 3BA

Follow in the footsteps of A A Milne and his son Christopher Robin with a trip to ZSL London Zoo. The pair were frequent visitors to the zoo in the 1920s, when a bear called Winnie was one of London Zoo's top attractions. Winnie the Pooh was named after this female black bear, who also happens to have a fascinating backstory – orphaned and bought by Lieutenant Harry Colebourn from a hunter, she became a mascot of the Second Canadian Infantry Brigade before becoming a star at London Zoo. Look out for the statue to Winnie and Harry Colebourne at the zoo today.
When: ZSL London Zoo , Outer Circle, London, NW1 4RY

If Winnie the Pooh was choosing his perfect day out today, we'd like to think he'd plump for a trip to Quince Honey Farm in Devon. As well as the chance to learn about bees from expert bee-keepers, there are also unique nectar gardens to visit, honey tasting sessions, nature trails to explore and amazing hive-themed indoor and outdoor play areas. Don't miss the Nectary Restaurant, where you can enjoy lunches or afternoon teas with a honey theme.
Where: Quince Honey Farm , Aller Cross, South Molton, Devon, EX36 3RD

There are eight North American black bears living at Woburn in a 13-acre reserve, which they share with the Canadian Timber wolves. These are the same species that inspired A A Milne's Winnie the Pooh character back in the 1920s. Visit Woburn, and you'll see these gorgeous creatures living outside all year round. Look out for the younger cub, born in 2021.
Where: Woburn Safari Park , Crawley Road, Woburn, Ridgmont, Bedford MK43 0TU

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Winnie the Pooh fans will love Bear Wood in Bristol, an amazing ancient woodland where you can explore on raised walkways, watching magnificent bears as they roam below. And they're not alone: instead of Piglet, Rabbit and Kanga, these bears live alongside wolves, lynxes and wolverines, four incredible 'extinct', British species. Bear Wood and the Wild Place Project will give you and your family a wonderful glimpse into what the UK's wild woodlands would have been like thousands of years ago.
Where: Wild Place Project , Wild Place, Blackhorse Hill, Bristol BS10 7TP

Don't miss the Dorset Teddy Bear Museum's popular collection of 'celebearties' from books, films, television shows and comics. In fact, the museum houses antique and vintage bears dating from as early as 1906 to individually crafted designer bears by internationally renowned artists of the late 20th century. Look out for Winnie the Pooh alongside other favourite bears like Rupert, Paddington (and his Aunt Lucy!) as well as Sooty and more...
Where: Dorset Teddy Bear Museum , Salisbury Street, Dorchester DT1 1JU

With more than 260 bears on display, there are lots of teddies to fall in love with at Mr Simpson's Teddy Bear Museum, part of the Milestones Museum in Basingstoke. You can learn all about the history of teddy bears, as well as the fascinating story of Mr Simpson and his amazing collection, plus there are other fab, family-friendly things to do throughout the museum.
Where: Milestones Museum , Leisure Park, Churchill Way West, Basingstoke RG22 6PG

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If you're a fan of Winnie the Pooh's gloomy donkey friend Eeyore, don't miss the chance to visit the wonderful donkeys at Sidmouth Donkey Sanctuary, a fab, free day out for the whole family.
Where: The Donkey Sanctuary , Slade House Farm, Sidmouth, Devon EX10 0NU
**FREE**

Kids who love Winnie the Pooh's wise friend Owl will love meeting the glorious birds at the Suffolk Owl Sanctuary. As well more than 80 owls and other birds of prey, you can meet meerkats, rabbits, foxes, hedgehogs, red squirrels and more at the centre. Plus there's an indoor Discovery Centre to explore.
Where: Suffolk Owl Sanctuary , Stonham Barns Pettaugh Road, Stonham Aspal, Stowmarket IP14 6AT

Visit those other fabulous characters from the Winnie the Pooh stories – Kanga and Roo – at Flamingo Land in Yorkshire. There are both red kangaroos and western grey kangaroos in the zoo section of the resort: if you're lucky, you might even spot a super-cute joey in a pouch. What a treat.
Where: Flamingo Land , Kirby Misperton, Malton YO17 6UX

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Why not head to your local library to find more fun from Winnie the Pooh in the many Pooh-based books and stories, and inspire a lifelong love of reading in your little ones.