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At Porky Penguin, we live and breathe Christmas. For us, it’s not just about tinsel and turkey. It’s about creating little moments that stick. Moments of magic. Moments of laughter. Moments when your kids' faces light up because something truly special just happened. And that’s exactly what our 2025 festive range is here to help you do. We know December can be a whirlwind. You're juggling school runs, present wrapping, party planning and a dozen other things. Add in a mischievous elf who needs to “do something new” every night, and suddenly the magic starts to feel like a full-time...

There is something about Christmas that feels different from every other time of the year. The air changes. Lights sparkle. Everything slows down just enough to let in a little wonder. And for little ones, that wonder lives in two places above all else. One is Santa. The other is their mischievous Christmas Elf. At Porky Penguin, we believe in turning holiday magic into real moments your family will never forget. This Christmas, we are helping parents all across the UK bring that magic to life in simple, joyful, and creative ways. Whether you are making memories with your family...

The summer holidays are winding down, and with September fast approaching, thoughts inevitably turn to lunchboxes, uniforms, and school shoes that actually still fit. But for parents of little ones starting school or returning after a long break, it’s not just about ticking off the essentials: it’s about making this transition special, comforting and memorable. At Porky Penguin, we know how emotional the first day can be for both children and parents. That’s why we’ve created a heart-warming collection of back to school products designed to help you mark the moment, build confidence, and send your child into the new school...

We know the sun’s (hopefully) shining, the paddling pool is out and the school shoes have been chucked in a corner. But before you switch fully into summer mode, here’s a gentle nudge, now is actually the perfect time to get ahead of the September scramble. At Porky Penguin, we’ve pulled together some of our most loved back to school gifts that help make the first day a little less daunting and a whole lot more special. Whether your child is heading off to school for the first time, starting a new year or facing a big change like high...

As the school year winds down and the summer holidays approach, many parents begin thinking about how to say a proper thank you to the teachers who’ve guided, inspired and supported their children over the past months. Teaching is more than just a job—it’s a daily commitment to shaping young minds and nurturing individual potential. And while teachers may not expect anything in return, a small, meaningful gift can go a long way in showing appreciation for everything they do. At Porky Penguin, we believe saying thank you doesn’t need to be complicated or expensive. It just needs to be...