| Pudsey made his first appearance in 1985. He was created by
designer Joanna Ball and was designed to be the face of the
forthcoming BBC Children in Need Appeal. Pudsey's name was taken
from the Yorkshire town of Pudsey, Joanna's original home.
Although Pudsey was only intended to host the BBC Children in
Need Appeal for one year, the public loved him and he went on to
become the face of BBC Children in Need.
Pudsey started life as a rather different looking bear, but over
the years he has evolved into the recognisable yellow figure we know
and love. Pudsey has fashionably moved with the times in many ways.
Over the years his image has graced items ranging from classic china
mugs to state-of-the-art mobile phone covers. Pudsey even has his
own email address.
Pudsey's famous line of merchandise has raised hundreds of
thousands of pounds for the charity over the years.
Pudsey has helped out at countless BBC Children in Need
fundraising events. He has also spent time mixing with the rich and
famous, and has rubbed shoulders with a variety of well-known
figures, ranging from pop stars to prime ministers. (Pudsey was once
guest of honour at a House of Commons Christmas party.) And he is
loved most by children: throughout the year Pudsey receives letters
and emails from young people all over the UK.
For almost 20 years this bandaged, yellow bear has BBC Children
in Need and its work become familiar all over the world. He has also
become one of the most recognised and well-loved characters
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The Children In Need Fair
On the 19th of November we held a mini fair to help
raise money for Children in Need. The fair was organised by Year Six
children, and as usual went really well. In total we raised over
£400! There were cake stalls, play-station games, competitions, a
sweet tombola, bits and bobs store, a dance mat and wet sponges.
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