Clare Balding

Blog · Posted February 27, 2024

National Treasure, Clare Balding, visited Mainstreet to talk all about her new book Animal All-Stars.

Taking the time to find out about the audience’s own pets and telling us all about the amazing skills each had, as well as some of the most amazing facts about all sorts of other animals, Clare enthralled her audience and brought along her customary energy and enthusiasm.


Animal All-Stars is a hilarious guide to the animal kingdom where your favourite animals go head-to-head… The athletes have arrived. The excitement is building. Grab your popcorn and get ready to witness the most entertaining sports day ever with commentator Clare Balding. Who would win… the Australian tiger beetle or the peregrine falcon? Who is the strongest… the extraordinary ant or the grumpy gorilla? Who has the best superpower… the headless cockroach or the jet-powered squid? Full of incredible true animal facts, stats and world records, this is a funny, rip-roaring guide to the world’s most fascinating animals.

This was a family event, aimed at animal-loving children 8yrs plus.

You can buy a copy of Animal All-Stars HERE

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