Peter Jenkinson

Toyologist Pete Jenkinson regularly writes about toys in national newspapers like The Sun and The Mail. This super-dad has an unmatched passion and dedication for trying and testing the latest, coolest and most interesting offerings from the world of toys.

Great Scott folks, these new Playmobil sets are splendid

After success in 2020 with their DeLorean the German outfit are back with two more sets. Marty’s Pick-up truck is pretty impressive but for us it is the Hoverboard chase scene complete with all the characters, an iconic Jaws poster and lenticular postcard – Am heading off to grab one …

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PewPew – Mandalorian quick fire NERF blaster is splendid

Mandalorian is battle-worn and tight-lipped, also a formidable bounty hunter in an increasingly dangerous galaxy! You’ll need this Star Wars The Mandalorian Rocket Gauntlet! Wrist based NERF firing action will ensue, but a Baby Yoda for target practice.

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Know your Chaturanga VS a chimichanga?

Neither do we BUT willing to learn all things downward dog and sacrum based after being inspired by these Yoga Joes. A kidult collection of green soldiers is how it started, each “posing” a Yoga move whilst mumbling a silent mantra. Series one are amazing, series Two are seriously superb …

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Fancy bagging a bundle?

There has always been a row in our house, the word “bundle” apparently, on the South West of England was the word describing that very childish pursuit of kids laying on top of each other for no apparent reason, well, apart from to leave the person at the bottom of …

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Fidget toy that is utterly addictive (don’t tell the kids)

Whether it’s a new challenge toy to collect and enjoy with friends, a boredom buster/travel gadget for long journeys, a prop to stay alert after yet another Zoom meeting or something to fidget with in front of the telly – kid or adult – the new Loopy Looper fidget toy …

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Countdown, the up-and-active tech infused retro play system is here

Duck, Duck, Cat (not sure if that is an order) have at last released their Countdown Game, we’ve been playing with it for a while now and, after fine tuning it’s now available for you all.  This here Countdown Game features ten different ready to play, retro-inspired reflex, logic and movement …

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New Harry Potter LEGO sets to mark two decades

Bunch of new sets coming out on June 1st : LEGO Harry Potter Hogwarts: Polyjuice Potion Mistake (76386) For children aged 7+ 217 pieces The full model measures 3 in. (8 cm) high, 5 in. (12 cm) wide and 2.5 in. (6 cm) deep and connects easily to LEGO Harry Potter …

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Funko taking its physical into digital via the medium of NFT

Funko, Inc. the leading pop culture consumer products outfit announced they’re getting into the NFT (Non-fungible Token) market in a pretty big way with the acquisition of a majority stake in TokenWave, the developer of TokenHead, one of the leading mobile app and website showcase spots for  NFT holdings. TokenHead, …

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Tech Deck to sponsor GB Skateboard Championships

Spin Master along with its fingerboard brand, Tech Deck, will be one of the official sponsors for Skateboard GB’s National Championships 2021. It takes place on 11th April in Manchester, a one-day competition and the only British Olympic qualification event leading up to the Olympic Games in Tokyo this summer. With …

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