It’s National Winnie the Pooh Day!

The 18th of January marks the birthday of A.A. Milne, the genius behind the beloved bear and his timeless adventures, and quickly became a day dedicated to celebrating the whimsical world of Winnie the Pooh. Winnie the Pooh Day is by far the cuddliest holiday in the year! 

First published in 1926, A.A. Milne’s stories were filled with themes of friendship, simple joys and imagination. The rise in popularity saw Pooh Bear find his way onto our TV and movie screens and saw him quickly become a beloved character for children and adults alike.

Winnie the Pooh Day is the perfect opportunity for fans to celebrate the enduring charm of our silly bear and the meaningful messages found in the stories. It continues to bring joy and nostalgia to fans of all ages and reminds us of the importance of friendship, kindness and imagination.

Are you scratching your head wondering how you can celebrate National Winnie the Pooh Day? We have put together a list of fun things you can do to celebrate our favourite honey-eating bear!

100 Aker Wood (Winnie the Pooh Park) is home to Pooh Bear and his friends and makes the perfect place to visit on National Winnie the Pooh Day. Explore the beautiful grounds as you find each character’s house and their favourite places. Keep an eye out for adorable character sculptures dotted around the park. Will you be able to find the honey-loving yellow bear? What about Piglet and Eeyore?

Make sure to stop by the bridge for a game of Poohsticks and enjoy your very own Pooh picnic too. Don’t forget the honey sandwiches! As our silly bear would say, there is nothing better than a small smackerel of honey?’

Channel your inner Christopher Robin and step into Hundred Acre Wood in Ashdown forest. Nestled in the beautiful landscape of East Sussex lies the real-life inspiration for A.A. Milne’s enchanting Hundred Acre Wood. Venture through the forest and retrace the steps of the loveable bear as you encounter the Pooh Sticks bridge, Roo’s sandy pit and the Heffalump trap! I wonder if you will spot a Heffalump on your visit?

After your adventure in Hundred Acre Wood, be sure to stop by the Pooh Corner for a cuppa and slice of cake. After all, it’s ‘time for something sweet’! Pooh Corner has a beautiful tea room full of delicious treats for the whole family to enjoy, plus there are lots of cute Winnie the Pooh souvenirs to discover too!

If, like me, you will be celebrating National Winnie the Pooh Day from the comfort of your own home, then why not turn it into a fun adventure filled with honey and whimsy?

Cosy up on the sofa with the much-loved Disney films ‘The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh’, ‘Pooh’s Heffalump Movie’ and ‘Christopher Robin’. Make sure to grab your favourite honey-flavoured treats and character-shaped cookies to enjoy throughout the movie. I’d recommend honey cupcakes – they are delicious and definitely Pooh-approved! 

Feeling a bit more competitive on National Winnie the Pooh Day? Then get ready for the ultimate Poohsticks competition – drop your sticks into your indoor stream (or bathtub) and see who wins! Get artsy with Winnie the Pooh-inspired crafts – draw, paint and craft your very own characters from Hundred Acre Wood.

Channel your inner Tigger and bounce around the garden finding treasures in the ultimate Winnie the Pooh scavenger hunt! Or, if you are looking for something a little more relaxed, why not sit together and read the classic children’s book by A.A. Milne?

So, whether you’re lost in the pages of Milne’s beloved stories, turning your living room into the Hundred Acre Wood, or stirring up some honeyed magic in your kitchen, National Winnie the Pooh Day at home is your chance to celebrate all things Pooh!

Psst…I’ll be watching The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh movie with some honey cupcakes and a cup of tea in my Winnie the Pooh mug!