Pigglepatch Wood

Johnny, a small boy who lived in a tiny village a long time ago, had always sought adventure and excitement. One day Johnny was told by one of the village elders that inside of Pigglepatch Wood was hidden a great treasure brimming with gold and jewels.

There was a problem, however...

Everyone was scared of the woods as it was said that there were hideous, scary creatures waiting inside for anyone entering the woods!

In fact, no one had ever returned from the woods...

Johnny decided to make a sword and hatch a plan.

The villagers waved goodbye as Johnny made off towards Pigglepatch Wood – what would he find, and would he return?

Paul Richardson lives in a small village in Derbyshire with his wife and daughter. On their walks around the area, they came across a small dark wood with swamps and wetlands, this was to be the inspiration for Pigglepatch Wood. Paul wrote the story for his daughter Isabella.