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Have a Giant Peach party on Roald Dahl Day

It's Roald Dahl's special day on 13 September - find out how to roll James' giant peach around the world to celebrate

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Posted: 31 August 2011
by Sophie Warner
Celebrate Roald Dahl's birthday
Celebrate Roald Dahl's birthday

This year Roald Dahl’s birthday coincides with the 50th anniversary of children favourite James and the Giant Peach.

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On 13 September, you can join in the fun by hosting a special peach themed party at home with your friends. Download a special pack to get started and you even get a special certificate at the end.

The official website is full of free fun activities to download to make sure that no one misses out on the excitement. Join in the mission of sending a peach all over the world. It has already reached a staggering 425293 miles so far and is still rolling! You can upload your picture onto the website to show off your very own peach.

How will you celebrate the birthday of Roald Dahl?


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