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Wallace’s dog Gromit was nearly a cat, reveals creator as Aardman turns 50

Nick Park began modelling the character as a feline, before finding it too difficult and changing him to a dog

The Guardian - UK · Sep 4

Fans of Wallace and Gromit could take home their own piece of Aardman history – here’s how

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The Independent UK · Sep 4

Original Wallace and Gromit puppets head to auction for Aardman anniversary

The auction will feature more than 220 lots to celebrate Aardman’s 50th anniversary with each starting at £100

The Independent UK · Sep 3

It’s up to ewe: Shaun the Sheep options for future storm name

People can vote between the names Timmy and Shaun from beloved animation Shaun The Sheep.

Evening Standard · Aug 19

Aardman exhibition marks animation studio’s half a century in Bristol

Show features characters and sets from likes of Wallace and Gromit and Shaun the Sheep and celebrates roots in city

The Guardian - UK · Jun 18

New Wallace and Gromit 50p coin released to mark 50 years of Aardman Animations

Among the characters depicted are Feathers McGraw, Shaun the Sheep, Morph and the much-loved duo Wallace and Gromit

The Independent UK · Jun 8

Cracking news Gromit! New Royal Mint 50p coin celebrates 50 years of Aardman

The coin’s design features characters including Morph, Shaun the Sheep, Feathers McGraw and Wallace and Gromit.

Evening Standard · Jun 8

How I saved £10,000 in a year from charity shopping

Kay Mcknight, 39, regularly scours charity shops for thrifty finds and shares her bargain-hunting tips and tricks on social media

Evening Standard · Mar 27

Is it a Greek epic? A state-of-the-nation drama? No – it’s Shaun the Sheep!

Who’s that daring young farmyard animal on the flying trapeze? The creatures of Mossy Bottom have been put on stage by ‘edgy’ circus stars Circa – but the burlesque shearing had to go

The Guardian - UK · Dec 15, 2025

14 best Christmas light trails to visit in the UK over the festive season

Start off the Christmas period with a dose of holiday cheer at these spectacular light displays

The Independent UK · Dec 4, 2025