Gruffalo meets youngsters at Silverburn
After cutting the ribbon and welcoming the first book-lovers to the new shop, the cuddly monster met with young fans for selfies.
Since it was first published in 1999, the award-winning story of The Gruffalo’s encounter with the little brown mouse has continued to delight children and adults the world over.
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Hide AdDavid Pierotti, General Manager at Silverburn, said: “What a better way to open one of the world’s best-loved bookshops than with one of the world’s best-loved children’s characters.
“Young shoppers got a real treat today and it’s definitely a sign of exciting things to come at Waterstones Silverburn.”