Pudsey pays surprise visit to Kings Heath nursery for charity celebration

On Friday 4th April, Busy Bees Kings Heath welcomed Pudsey to join in the festivities with families and the nursery team to celebrate its fundraising achievements.

After launching its charity partnership last year, Busy Bees Nurseries across the UK set out to make a difference and support BBC Children in Need’s mission of helping every child across the UK thrive and be the best they can be.

Last year, the Kings Heath nursery took part in The Big Trike Ride, where children were encouraged to collectively trike, bike, or scoot 874 miles – the distance from Land’s End to John O’Groats. With the nursery raising over £2,000, the achievement was a cause for celebration.

Families were invited to join in the fun at a Teddy’s Bear Picnic, with children dressed in yellow or sports in support of the charity. The children also enjoyed a range of Pudsey-inspired activities including painting, creating collages and making their own bears to take home.

Hannah Bagshaw, Centre Director at Busy Bees Kings Heath, said: “We are so proud of our nursery team and families that supported us to raise over £2,000 – it was a true community effort! Seeing the children’s faces light up when Pudsey arrived was priceless. It was such a rewarding way to celebrate with our families and mark this special moment.

“We know the funds raised will help so many children across the UK, and we can’t thank everyone enough for their amazing support.”