Ladybird Books Limited recalls specific printings of Ladybird Peppa Pig and Hey Duggee Picture Books for Children
Ladybird Books Limited is recalling specific printings of Peppa Pig and Hey Duggee picture books for children due to a risk of choking. The glitter varnish finish on the book covers may lift and can fragment, posing a choking hazard. Consumers are advised to stop use immediately and return the affected products for a refund.

- Brand
- Ladybird
- Batch codes
- 009, 002, 003
- Retailer
- Ladybird Books
- What to do
- If you purchased one of the above products, please stop use immediately and keep it out of the reach of children. Return the affected products to the retailer for a refund, no proof of purchase is required.
- Publication date:19 February 2026
Ladybird Books Limited is carrying out a recall of specific printings of Ladybird Peppa Pig and Hey Duggee picture books for children.

The products present a risk of choking. Due to a manufacturing fault, the glitter varnish finish on the book covers may lift and can then be peeled off in flakes which can fragment further. A child may put such fragments in their mouth and choke.
The brand is Ladybird. The affected products have the following Unique Print Numbers and ISBNs with a glitter finish, and the print location is listed as ‘Printed in Great Britain’ or ‘Printed in the United Kingdom’.
| Imprint | ISBN | Product Description | Unique Print Number |
| Ladybird | 9780241321539 | Peppa Pig: Peppa Meets Father Christmas | 009 |
| Ladybird | 9780241448625 | Peppa Pig: Peppa's Night Before Christmas | 002 & 003 |
| Ladybird | 9780241476406 | Peppa Pig: Peppa Loves Easter | 002 |
| Ladybird | 9780241476772 | Peppa Pig: Peppa Goes to Hollywood | 002 & 003 |
| Ladybird | 9781405947350 | Hey Duggee. Duggee and the Christmas Badge | 003 |
You can find the Unique Print Number and Print Location on the copyright page inside each book. An example of this can be found on Ladybird’s recall notice.
There are approximately 856 affected products in the Republic of Ireland.
The list of Irish retailers can be found here:
- Argosy Books Ltd
- Callistoy Ltd
- Dubray Books Ltd
- Eason Ltd
- IES Ltd
- Maynooth University Bookshop
- Newspread Ltd
- Nimble Fingers
- O’Mahony’s Booksellers Ltd (various locations)
- Barker & Jones
- The Book Centre (various locations)
- Waterstones Cork
- Waterstones Drogheda
- Waterstones Dublin
What to do:
If you purchased one of the above products, please stop use immediately and keep it out of the reach of children.
If you purchased one of these products, please refer to the book’s ISBN and Unique Print Number to ensure it is an affected copy. It can then be returned to the retailer where it was purchased for a refund, no proof of purchase is required.
For further information or if you have any questions or queries on this recall, you can contact Ladybird customer services by email at customersupport@penguinrandomhouse.co.uk.
View all product safety noticesFrequently asked questions
Is Ladybird being recalled in Ireland?
Yes. Ladybird Books Limited is recalling specific printings of Peppa Pig and Hey Duggee picture books for children due to a risk of choking. The glitter varnish finish on the book covers may lift and can fragment, posing a choking hazard. Consumers are advised to stop use immediately and return the affected products for a refund.
Why is Ladybird being recalled?
The recall relates to a choking hazard. Ladybird Books Limited is recalling specific printings of Peppa Pig and Hey Duggee picture books for children due to a risk of choking. The glitter varnish finish on the book covers may lift and can fragment, posing a choking hazard. Consumers are advised to stop use immediately and return the affected products for a refund.
What should I do if I have this product?
If you purchased one of the above products, please stop use immediately and keep it out of the reach of children. Return the affected products to the retailer for a refund, no proof of purchase is required.
Which batches of Ladybird are affected?
The affected batch codes are: 009, 002, 003.
Where was Ladybird sold?
It was sold via Ladybird Books.
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