Take part in this year’s Summer Reading Challenge and take young readers on a journey into the wild with a specially curated selection of books by National Trust.

We are delighted that National Trust ranger, Ajay Tegala, selected There’s No Deer Around Here to be part of this shortlist, alongside the likes of Julia Donaldson, celebrating the great outdoors, and encouraging a love for nature.

Andy features at WellRead, a literary festival within Wasing Estate’s ancient woodlands. This exciting literary festival offers a refreshing approach to literature, blending creative expression with the healing powers of nature in a stunning, immersive environment. 

Andy visits Grateley Primary School. An afternoon of fun, reading and challenging questions.

Andy visits Stockbridge Primary School for a brainstorming session and cake!

Mark the date in your diary, Andy returns to the Winchester Book Festival 2025 on Friday 25th April.

More than six in ten children chose kindness as their word of the year, according to research by OUP. Researchers found that the word choice reflected children's awareness of mental health and current affairs.

We’ve received some heartwarming feedback this week from someone we respect greatly, wildlife presenter, broadcaster and writer, Ajay Tegala.

Thank you to everyone who voted. Just take a look at this wonderful trophy to mark the end of a fantastic year. Andy has just retuned from the Kendal Mountain Festival, attending the Head Outside Awards 2024 as a nominee (People’s Award Finalist) and he writes an emotional report for us.

Insight into family bedtime reading with the famous Braley family. It is so lovely to receive a video like this - thank you!

Andy returns to where it all started and one of the first National Trust stockists, Mottisfont, Hampshire to show his gratitude and spend the afternoon doing book signings.