Testimonials
Below are some reviews by customers who have enjoyed the Raggy Beard experience.
Schools:
Captain Raggy Beard
Thank you so much for everything you did with our group of students who met you at Cullercoats Bay last week. As this was part of our Year 6 transition programme it was really important to make sure that all of the students had a positive experience, helping them to get to know the older students who were there helping them. You did not disappoint!! They have all gone back to their primary schools and parents and told them how much they enjoyed their day. You were engaging, warm and entertaining with the children (and staff!) and the whole day was a fantastic success!!
Your story-telling was so enchanting and enthralling, and it was charming to see that even the most sceptical of our students were excited when they found the mermaids tears amongst the rock pools.
You have such a natural approach with the children, and it was wonderful to see you working with pupils who have difficulty with social interaction and communication.
Thanks again. We hope to be back again to see you REALLY soon!!
Mrs Allen and all the staff at Farringdon ASP.
Julian, Year 7
I had a lovely time at Cullercoats Bay. I really enjoyed going on the beach and when i got home I was more yellow than the colour I was supposed to be because I had been rolling around in the sand. Also the stories were great. and I loved the rock pooling. Thank you.
Katy, Year 7
I loved it!! Because I love beaches and I loved rockpooling and your stories were interesting. We had a lot to do .there were lots of activities and my favourite was rockpooling especially when I found a mermaids tear! I recommend this trip for everybody, especially if you love beaches and rockpooling.
Nathan, Year 7
The part that I liked was the rockpooling because there were no dogs around. We were looking for little underwater creatures that you don't see that often. I managed to enjoy myself outside for once! It wasn't cold and there were no wasps or bees or insects around. And I just simply enjoyed myself and had a nice time. Thank you!
Jack, Year 7
I liked the part when we went rockpooling. I liked the stories that you told because some of them were funny. I liked it when we found the mermaids tears and I liked building a sandcastle. You are really funny! Thank you for helping me to have a good time.
Niall, Year 7
I loved rockpooling and I enjoyed finding a mermaids tear. I liked your stories because they were interesting and thank you so much. Hope to see you again soon!
Chelsea, Year 8
I LOVED EVERYTHING!!!! Nothing should be changed! It was BRILLIANT!!! I would love to come again!!!! I miss you! I want to hear more stories because they are fun. I want to see your ship. Thank you.
Morgan, Year 9
I thought the treasure hunt could have been longer as I liked it very much. I had a really good day. I really enjoyed rockpooling and just loved everything really! I enjoyed splitting into groups and do things. Thanks.
'Just want to express my gratitude for a truly inspirational set of workshops for the children in our school! We were delighted with the quality of the stories and engaging activities you offered and it has provided us with a great stimulus for our 'shiver my timbers!' topic. It has been great fun incorporating your stories and knowledge into our literacy, numeracy and theme learning'.
Thanks again! Claira Salter, Green Top Primary School, Doncaster.
Just wanted to say a huge thank you for yesterday!!!!!
We all absolutely loved it, the kids were so excited all day, it really completed their learning on Pirates.
I hope you had a safe journey back,
Many thanks,
Dimitra, Class 3 and Class 4 J
Preston Primary School
Canterbury
Parties
"Just wanted to write and say thank you for Evie's party last week! Evie and her friends LOVE Captain Raggy Beard, and they are keeping their treasure safe, their eyes open for mermaids and their promises to you! Evie was utterly delighted with her party and it was brilliant to see how enthralled the kids were by your stories and games, you really captured their imaginations and engaged with them so well, they all had an amazing time.
You're definitely a rather special 'one off', and one I'd heartily recommend!"
Evie's Mum
Just wanted to say a huge thank you for Lottie's birthday party, it was thoroughly enjoyed by
all and Lottie hasn't stopped talking about it since! You have a fantastic rapport with the children and went the extra mile to make it a hugely memorable experience! A welcome change from the average party entertainers
Lottie's Mum
Dear Captain Raggy Beard,
We would like to say a big thank you for coming to our party. We had a fabulous day.
We thought you were cool! Taylor liked the Pirate games the best and Sam liked the Pirate stories.You made our birthday very special.
Thank you to you and Mrs Raggy Beard.
From your new crew members
Taylor and Sam
We aboard the Jenkins ship would like to say a huge 'piratey' thank you for all of your hard work, enthusiasm and pure magic shown at Corbin's 8th Birthday party on Friday. The rowdy rabble of
21 children had the most wonderful time - you engaged them and sparked their imaginations with your stories.
We are singing your praises to all that will listen and we are sure that our paths will cross again in the future.
So a big, big, hearty thank you.
“Just wanted to send you a quick note. Thank you so much for Sunday. Alfie had a fabulous time. You really made his day. The pirate themed party couldn't have gone any better. The attention to detail was brilliant. You and your lovely wife took the stress out of the whole day. We didn't have to worry about anything. It was so well organised, thoroughly entertaining for the kids (and parents). All the children (and grown ups) loved it. They were still taking about it at school this morning. They thought you were the 'coolest Pirate ever' and they loved 'walking the plank', 'how cool the jewels were' and they were totally taken in by the 'Fairy Dust'. I also had some lovely comments from the parents - from 'how the room was decorated' to 'how brilliant Captain Raggy Beard was' to the 'best children's party they have ever been to' I will have no hesitation in recommending you.
So once again a Big thank you from one very happy child and two very happy parents.
Next time we are in Madagascar we will be sure to mention you.
Gillian, Andrew and of course Alfie”
Hello Captain Raggy Beard
Just to say a huge thank you to yourself and your good lady wife for the absolutely fabulous entertainment at Graces 5th Birthday Party on Saturday. You were great with the children and called them all by name as you did the adults, which made them feel really involved. It was lovely that the adults were included as the children found that most funny.
Grace really enjoyed herself and said she loved Captain Raggy Beard. She was almost too excited to sleep on Saturday night talking non stop about the party. She kept saying, I was one of Captain Raggy Beards crew you know.
I have just dropped her at school and the parents are commenting on what an amazing party it was. The children were all excited talking about the party. Alana who found the treasure chest was telling the teacher about that. Some children were still sporting and showing off their tattoos on their arms, placed by your good lady wife. The teacher will have a job calming them down today. One mum said her son had worn a jewelled ring all weekend that I had put into his loot bag.
A resounding success all round. Thank you again.
I would have no hesitation in recommending you to anyone having a party no matter what age or gender. There are plenty of pink pirate accesories out there.
One parent is shortly to have her daughters 4th birthday party, which is already arranged and has commented that she may have Captain Raggy Beard for her 5th Birthday next year.
Kindest Regards
Tracy
Schools:
Captain Raggy Beard
Thank you so much for everything you did with our group of students who met you at Cullercoats Bay last week. As this was part of our Year 6 transition programme it was really important to make sure that all of the students had a positive experience, helping them to get to know the older students who were there helping them. You did not disappoint!! They have all gone back to their primary schools and parents and told them how much they enjoyed their day. You were engaging, warm and entertaining with the children (and staff!) and the whole day was a fantastic success!!
Your story-telling was so enchanting and enthralling, and it was charming to see that even the most sceptical of our students were excited when they found the mermaids tears amongst the rock pools.
You have such a natural approach with the children, and it was wonderful to see you working with pupils who have difficulty with social interaction and communication.
Thanks again. We hope to be back again to see you REALLY soon!!
Mrs Allen and all the staff at Farringdon ASP.
Julian, Year 7
I had a lovely time at Cullercoats Bay. I really enjoyed going on the beach and when i got home I was more yellow than the colour I was supposed to be because I had been rolling around in the sand. Also the stories were great. and I loved the rock pooling. Thank you.
Katy, Year 7
I loved it!! Because I love beaches and I loved rockpooling and your stories were interesting. We had a lot to do .there were lots of activities and my favourite was rockpooling especially when I found a mermaids tear! I recommend this trip for everybody, especially if you love beaches and rockpooling.
Nathan, Year 7
The part that I liked was the rockpooling because there were no dogs around. We were looking for little underwater creatures that you don't see that often. I managed to enjoy myself outside for once! It wasn't cold and there were no wasps or bees or insects around. And I just simply enjoyed myself and had a nice time. Thank you!
Jack, Year 7
I liked the part when we went rockpooling. I liked the stories that you told because some of them were funny. I liked it when we found the mermaids tears and I liked building a sandcastle. You are really funny! Thank you for helping me to have a good time.
Niall, Year 7
I loved rockpooling and I enjoyed finding a mermaids tear. I liked your stories because they were interesting and thank you so much. Hope to see you again soon!
Chelsea, Year 8
I LOVED EVERYTHING!!!! Nothing should be changed! It was BRILLIANT!!! I would love to come again!!!! I miss you! I want to hear more stories because they are fun. I want to see your ship. Thank you.
Morgan, Year 9
I thought the treasure hunt could have been longer as I liked it very much. I had a really good day. I really enjoyed rockpooling and just loved everything really! I enjoyed splitting into groups and do things. Thanks.
'Just want to express my gratitude for a truly inspirational set of workshops for the children in our school! We were delighted with the quality of the stories and engaging activities you offered and it has provided us with a great stimulus for our 'shiver my timbers!' topic. It has been great fun incorporating your stories and knowledge into our literacy, numeracy and theme learning'.
Thanks again! Claira Salter, Green Top Primary School, Doncaster.
Just wanted to say a huge thank you for yesterday!!!!!
We all absolutely loved it, the kids were so excited all day, it really completed their learning on Pirates.
I hope you had a safe journey back,
Many thanks,
Dimitra, Class 3 and Class 4 J
Preston Primary School
Canterbury
Parties
"Just wanted to write and say thank you for Evie's party last week! Evie and her friends LOVE Captain Raggy Beard, and they are keeping their treasure safe, their eyes open for mermaids and their promises to you! Evie was utterly delighted with her party and it was brilliant to see how enthralled the kids were by your stories and games, you really captured their imaginations and engaged with them so well, they all had an amazing time.
You're definitely a rather special 'one off', and one I'd heartily recommend!"
Evie's Mum
Just wanted to say a huge thank you for Lottie's birthday party, it was thoroughly enjoyed by
all and Lottie hasn't stopped talking about it since! You have a fantastic rapport with the children and went the extra mile to make it a hugely memorable experience! A welcome change from the average party entertainers
Lottie's Mum
Dear Captain Raggy Beard,
We would like to say a big thank you for coming to our party. We had a fabulous day.
We thought you were cool! Taylor liked the Pirate games the best and Sam liked the Pirate stories.You made our birthday very special.
Thank you to you and Mrs Raggy Beard.
From your new crew members
Taylor and Sam
We aboard the Jenkins ship would like to say a huge 'piratey' thank you for all of your hard work, enthusiasm and pure magic shown at Corbin's 8th Birthday party on Friday. The rowdy rabble of
21 children had the most wonderful time - you engaged them and sparked their imaginations with your stories.
We are singing your praises to all that will listen and we are sure that our paths will cross again in the future.
So a big, big, hearty thank you.
“Just wanted to send you a quick note. Thank you so much for Sunday. Alfie had a fabulous time. You really made his day. The pirate themed party couldn't have gone any better. The attention to detail was brilliant. You and your lovely wife took the stress out of the whole day. We didn't have to worry about anything. It was so well organised, thoroughly entertaining for the kids (and parents). All the children (and grown ups) loved it. They were still taking about it at school this morning. They thought you were the 'coolest Pirate ever' and they loved 'walking the plank', 'how cool the jewels were' and they were totally taken in by the 'Fairy Dust'. I also had some lovely comments from the parents - from 'how the room was decorated' to 'how brilliant Captain Raggy Beard was' to the 'best children's party they have ever been to' I will have no hesitation in recommending you.
So once again a Big thank you from one very happy child and two very happy parents.
Next time we are in Madagascar we will be sure to mention you.
Gillian, Andrew and of course Alfie”
Hello Captain Raggy Beard
Just to say a huge thank you to yourself and your good lady wife for the absolutely fabulous entertainment at Graces 5th Birthday Party on Saturday. You were great with the children and called them all by name as you did the adults, which made them feel really involved. It was lovely that the adults were included as the children found that most funny.
Grace really enjoyed herself and said she loved Captain Raggy Beard. She was almost too excited to sleep on Saturday night talking non stop about the party. She kept saying, I was one of Captain Raggy Beards crew you know.
I have just dropped her at school and the parents are commenting on what an amazing party it was. The children were all excited talking about the party. Alana who found the treasure chest was telling the teacher about that. Some children were still sporting and showing off their tattoos on their arms, placed by your good lady wife. The teacher will have a job calming them down today. One mum said her son had worn a jewelled ring all weekend that I had put into his loot bag.
A resounding success all round. Thank you again.
I would have no hesitation in recommending you to anyone having a party no matter what age or gender. There are plenty of pink pirate accesories out there.
One parent is shortly to have her daughters 4th birthday party, which is already arranged and has commented that she may have Captain Raggy Beard for her 5th Birthday next year.
Kindest Regards
Tracy