Product Description
Bring one of Roald Dahl's most unforgettable stories to life with the Build Your Own 'The BFG' Book Nook – a beautifully detailed, screen-free construction kit inspired by the much-loved illustrations of Quentin Blake.
Simply press out the pre-cut cardboard pieces and slot them together to create an enchanting miniature scene designed to sit between books on a shelf. There's no glue, no mess and no plastic just the wonderfully satisfying experience of watching the BFG's extraordinary world gradually take shape.
Look closely and there's plenty for Roald Dahl fans to discover. The gentle BFG and his smallest human bean friend, Sophie, are surrounded by shelves filled with tiny dream jars, the BFG's suitcase, those rather revolting snozzcumbers and more familiar details from the story.
Inspired by Quentin Blake's original artwork, the finished scene captures the wonderfully eccentric character of Roald Dahl's storytelling while turning it into something children can build with their own hands.
And this is one project that definitely doesn't disappear into the craft cupboard once it's finished. The beautiful fabric-effect cover with silver foil and debossed detailing gives the completed book nook the appearance of a very special illustrated volume ready to sit proudly amongst favourite books.
Designed for ages 8+, it's particularly lovely as a family project. Younger builders can join in with the help of an adult, making it a brilliant rainy-day, weekend or Christmas holiday activity. As children construct the scene, they're naturally practising concentration, spatial thinking, problem-solving and STEM skills too.
Proudly designed in the UK and made from 100% sustainable cardboard, the kit contains zero plastic, while both the model and its packaging are fully recyclable.
A magical gift for young readers, creative children and lifelong Roald Dahl fans because sometimes the best way to fall in love with a story is to step right inside it.
A little hop, skip and a giant-sized jump into the land where dreams begin. 💛
📚 Key Features & Credentials
- Build Your Own Roald Dahl 'The BFG' Book Nook
- Officially licensed under The Roald Dahl Story Company Limited
- Inspired by Roald Dahl's The BFG
- Features details from Quentin Blake's original artwork
- Includes the BFG and Sophie
- Features tiny dream jars, the BFG's suitcase, snozzcumbers and more
- Creates an intricate miniature scene for your bookshelf
- Press-out, pre-cut cardboard pieces
- Mess-free slot-together construction
- No glue required
- Contains zero plastic
- Made from high-quality 100% sustainable cardboard
- Kit and packaging are fully recyclable
- Premium fabric-effect cover
- Silver foil and debossed detailing
- Easy-to-follow instructions included
- Designed in the UK
- Fun, educational and supports STEM learning
- Ideal as a family construction project
- Suitable for ages 8+
- Younger builders can enjoy with adult assistance
- Finished Book Nook dimensions: 23 × 21 × 11cm
- Packaging dimensions: 33.4 × 24 × 4cm
🌙 A Story Worth Building
The BFG is a story filled with dreams, friendship and the wonderfully strange language that makes Roald Dahl's world so memorable. This clever construction kit gives children the chance to move beyond simply reading the story and build a little piece of Giant Country for themselves.
We particularly love the tiny details waiting to be discovered as the scene comes together. It's the sort of project that encourages children to return to the book, spot familiar objects and talk about the story while they build.
Once complete, simply slip it between favourite books and the finished Book Nook becomes a miniature doorway into the world of the BFG – ready to inspire the next story whenever they pass the bookshelf.
Delivery
Our shipping rates UK mainland, Highlands & Islands:
Under £20 Standard Tracked Delivery: 2 days (Mon–Sat) - £6.50
Standard Tracked Delivery: 2 days (Mon–Sat) - £4.95 FREE OVER £40
Priority Next Day: 1 day (Mon–Sat) - £6.90
All orders £40 or over FREE Standard Delivery: 2 days (Mon–Sat)
All orders are shipped using Royal Mail Tracked services / DPD for larger items.
Northern Ireland & Channel Isles
All orders £15 allow 2-3 working days
Europe:
Under 2 Kg - £20
Over 2 Kg - £28
When shipping to Europe, any customs duties or taxes are the responsibility of the customer.
Refunds & Exchanges
We have a 45-day return policy, which means you have 45 days after receiving your item to request a return. Note over the Christmas period this policy is extended until the 5th January, for orders purchased from the 1st November.
Please get in touch if you have questions or concerns within the 45 days returns window about your specific gifting timelines, in special circumstances we may be able to assist.
To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unused, with tags, and in its original packaging. You will also need the receipt or proof of purchase.
