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Monday 9am - 4:30pm Tuesday 9am - 4:30pm Wednesday 9am - 4:30pm Thursday 9am - 4:30pm Friday 9am - 2pm

Pretend to Bee

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Pretend to Bee

Our collection of made-to-last dressing-up costumes, toys and accessories are all designed to be both educational and fun!

We are a small online business that crafts kids dress up, soft toys, and accessories that nurture the imagination 🌱
Perfect for School Book Days, themed parties and thoughtful gifts We are a small family run business crafting high-quality products for children ages 6 months to 11 years that ignite the imagination and encourage learning through play. Since it's launch in 2005, Pretend to Bee has be

come a trusted name in the UK’s education sector for Early Years Role Play. Our costumes can now be found across the world in schools, role play centre’s and museums.

06/09/2026

A legen-dairy day of farmyard fun! 👩‍🌾

Check out Pretend to Bee's kids Farmer Costume. A bottle green overall and brown check flat cap bringing the classic country look to playtime. 🚜

30/08/2026

Go wild with imagination!

Bring a little more play to the everyday and explore the full collection of animal tops at pretendtobee.co.uk

25/08/2026

The mini beasts ready to brighten up playtime!🐞

Our Active Learning Creature Bean Cushions are a vibrant and playful seating addition to nurseries and children's play areas. Handmade in the UK with adorable designs, water-resistant fabric, and securely enclosed beans, they help little learners discover fascinating insects and the world around them 🍀

Find them and a whole range of handmade soft play at pretendtobee.co.uk!

23/08/2026

Action ready dress-up for little heroes!

Check out the Deluxe Paramedic Costume at pretendtobee.co.uk 🐝

💛Made from eco-friendly recycled fabric
💛Machine washable
💛Child friendly zip fastening
💛CE and UKCA tested and more

20/08/2026

Fun in full bloom!

16/08/2026

Time to open the salon! Checkout this Hairdresser & Beautician Children's Costume 💅

Part of our range of occupation role play costumes aiming to inspire children to explore a wide range of professionals through imaginative, child-led play. Helping them discover future careers while developing empathy, promoting social interaction and reinforcing learning.

Explore our full range of role-play costumes to discover their next big adventure with Pretend to Bee!

13/08/2026

Unleash the goat! 🐐 Our comfy animal costume tops help kids step into imaginative play and are perfect for summer adventures 🌞

Visit our website to discover the full animal collection 💛

09/08/2026

Discover the universe of play! Every great scientist starts with one big question... What happens if? 🚀

Shop pretendtobee.co.uk the perfect formula for extraordinary adventures! 🧬

04/08/2026

Sparkle, Shine, and Play in Style ✨

29/07/2026

📮✨ Special delivery... a world of imagination has arrived!

Whether they're delivering letters, saving lives, building cities, or exploring the world, our role-play costumes help little ones dream big and play even bigger. Our Postal Worker Costume is perfect for children who love to sort, deliver, and create adventures of their own, turning everyday moments into childhood memories. 💛

Designed to be comfy, durable, and easy to wear, our costumes are made for years of imaginative play and endless storytelling. Check out pretendtobee.co.uk today!

Address

Grove House Lanthwaite Road
Nottingham
NG118LD

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	9am - 4:30pm
Thursday	9am - 4:30pm
Friday	9am - 2pm

Telephone

+441159847838

Website

http://www.pretendtobee.co.uk/

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