Today marks a year since T's pre-op at Great Ormond Street Hospital and Charity so as you can probably imagine it started rather wobbly for Rob Pudner but he took a very deep breath and put his best foot forward for his regular Entertainingly Different visit to Nanstallon Primary School where he had an extremely positive and energising day working with three classes who embraced his sessions with great enthusiasm and all the joys of youth. As always he enjoyed a lovely wholesome lunch and after a short afternoon he left the school with a smile on his face and a cup which was a little bit fuller than when he started.
Two family friendly engagements and two furry friends.![]()
On Saturday evening Rob Pudner had great fun donning his 'Greatest Showman' apparel and rollerskates with light up wheels and playing his Entertainingly Different part in this year's South Molton Carnival.![]()
Dave enjoyed joining him for the procession where they brought up the rear - giving thanks as part of the last appeal.![]()
Yesterday afternoon the spots were out as he joined Buddy Bear and the fabulous Children's Hospice South West for the final mile in Barnstaple's sun drenched Rock Park. He had the pleasure of providing some pre-run entertainment before leading a short warn up and then adding a spot of commentary to the fundraising proceedings.![]()
Well done to everyone taking part in both of these North Devon Community events and thanks to Karolina.art and North Devon News for their super snapping - if you have any pics or videos of Rob in action this weekend please do feel free to share with us in the comments below.
Rob Pudner wasn't the only visitor to Nanstallon Primary School near Bodmin yesterday and he was absolutely delighted to meet a kindred spirit in the form of Nick Corston from STEAM Co who loves the arts as much as he does and is making strides to lead a creativity revolution - something that Entertainingly Different absolutely champion.![]()
As you can clearly tell from the look on Rob's face it wasn't just the children who were left feeling inspired and empowered by Nick's talk and demonstrations. #i❤️art
Yesterday afternoon Rob Pudner paid his regular Entertainingly Different visit to Rose Hill (The Northam Care Trust) and following another fun filled session he just couldn't resist taking a sunny sunflower selfie before he left which helped him feel that little bit closer to Tobias. ![]()
Unfortunately he didn't take a photograph but in the evening he had a lovely time visiting the South Zeal Brownies to teach them some a spot of Makaton which also made him feel connected with 'T' who recalled lots of signing during his time in hospital.
"When you're smiling, when you're smiling...." Yesterday's rather inclement weather wasn't going to stop Rob Pudner suitably attired in flippers, emergency poncho and umbrella hat from bringing smiles and Entertainingly Different antics to the afternoon proceedings at Barnstaple Carnival 2025.![]()
There was a break in the clouds during his second scheduled laughter inducing entertainment spot and just like the words of the song the sun actually did come shining through. ![]()
Sadly this didn't last and the heavy rain and strong winds finally stopped play as the very disappointing but much respected decision was made to cancel the procession and finale fireworks - here's to 2026!![]()
📷 Thanks to everyone who saw Rob for their friendliness and enthusiasm - did you take any soggy snaps? We'd love you to share them with us in the comments below.