FAMILIES are invited to the deep dark woods to celebrate the 15th anniversary of a well-loved children’s book.

The Great Gruffalo Forest Tour arrives at Hamsterley Forest, in County Durham, on Saturday, August 16, as part The Gruffalo’s national 15th anniversary celebrations.

Visitors can meet the character and have their pictures taken with him at 11am, noon, 2pm and 3pm, near the forest’s visitor centre, and follow a Gruffalo sculpture trail.

A party pack is available to download for the event, which includes official bunting, flags, party invitations, Gruffalo-themed recipes and games.

For information about the event or for a party pack, visit forestry.gov.uk/gruffalo