Royal Mail Marks 20 Years of Peppa Pig with Set of 12 ‘Oinktastic’ Special Stamps
Since 2004, PEPPA PIG, the popular British preschool animated television series, has been delighting and charming viewers of all ages, and today Royal Mail reveals images of 12 new ‘oinktastic’ stamps that celebrate 20 years of the beloved franchise.
The main set of eight delightful stamps feature images with different combinations of Peppa and her friends and family: Peppa and George; Suzy Sheep and Danny Dog; George and Daddy Pig; Mummy Pig and Peppa; Grandpa Pig and Polly Parrot; Granny Pig and her Chickens; Mr Bull and Madame Gazelle; and Mr Zebra and Miss Rabbit.
An additional four stamps, presented in a miniature sheet, show Peppa, George, Zoë Zebra and Suzy Sheep having fun at Peppa’s Party with balloons and bunting, candles and cake!
A special video has also been created in celebration, featuring Peppa, Daddy Pig, Mr Zebra and one of Royal Mail’s very own posties as they deliver special invitations to Peppa’s party. It can be watched at www.royalmail.com/peppa.
David Gold, Director of External Affairs and Policy said: “Peppa Pig, her friends and family have brought joy and laughter to global audiences of all ages for two decades. These delightful stamps will brighten up the day of anyone receiving mail with a touch of Peppa’s charm.”
Senior Vice President of Global Licensed Consumer Products, Hasbro, said: “As a lifelong best friend, PEPPA PIG encourages kids to jump in together and confidently treat each first step as a new adventure – from the everyday to the epic. Getting mail in the post is an exciting and special treat for little ones, and we cannot think of a better way for families to embrace this first experience than with PEPPA PIG stamps from Royal Mail!”
The stamps, and a range of collectible products, are available to pre-order from today (2 May) at www.royalmail.com/peppa-pig and by telephone on 03457 641 641. A Presentation Pack including all 12 stamps in the set is priced at £21.00. The stamps go on general sale on 16 May.
About Royal Mail Special Stamps
For more than 50 years Royal Mail’s Special Stamp programme has commemorated anniversaries and celebrated events relevant to UK heritage and life. Today, there are an estimated 60 million* stamp collectors worldwide. *Stanley Gibbons
About International Distributions Services plc
International Distributions Services plc is the parent company of Royal Mail Group Limited, the leading provider of postal and delivery services in the UK and the UK’s designated universal postal service provider. Royal Mail comprises the company’s UK and international parcels and letters delivery businesses operating under the “Royal Mail” and “Parcelforce Worldwide” brands. Through the Royal Mail Core Network, the company delivers a one-price-goes-anywhere service on a range of parcels and letters products. Royal Mail has the capability to deliver to around 32 million addresses in the UK, six days a week (excluding UK public holidays). Parcelforce Worldwide operates a separate UK network which collects and delivers express parcels. International Distributions Services plc also owns General Logistics Systems (GLS) which operates one of the largest ground-based, deferred parcel delivery networks in Europe.
About Hasbro
Hasbro is a leading toy and game company whose mission is to entertain and connect generations of fans through the wonder of storytelling and exhilaration of play. Hasbro delivers play experiences for fans of all ages around the world, through toys, games, licensed consumer products, digital games and services, location-based entertainment, film, TV, and more. With a portfolio of over 1,800 iconic brands including MAGIC: THE GATHERING, DUNGEONS & DRAGONS, Hasbro Gaming, NERF, TRANSFORMERS, PLAY-DOH and PEPPA PIG, as well as premier partner brands, Hasbro brings fans together wherever they are, from tabletop to screen.
Hasbro is guided by our Purpose to create joy and community for all people around the world, one game, one toy, one story at a time. For more than a decade, Hasbro has been consistently recognized for its corporate citizenship, including being named one of the 100 Best Corporate Citizens by 3BL Media, one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere Institute and one of the 50 Most Community-Minded Companies in the U.S. by the Civic 50. For more information, visit https://corporate.hasbro.com or @Hasbro on LinkedIn.
About PEPPA PIG
PEPPA PIG is a British preschool animated television series that has been airing for 20 years, across ten seasons in over 180 territories as of 2024. The series follows Peppa Pig, a cheeky little piggy who lives with her family – younger brother George, Mummy Pig and Daddy Pig – as well as her diverse community of friends. Globally successful, the brand connects with consumers across every touchpoint, from TV to theme parks to retail. As a lifelong friend, Peppa Pig encourages kids to jump in together and explore the world around them, while giving kids the confidence to treat every first step as a new adventure, from the everyday to the epic.