Far from fading with time; Kenneth Grahame's classic tale of fantasy has attracted a growing audience in each generation. Rat; Mole; Badger and the preposterous Mr Toad (with his 'Poop-poop-poop' road-hogging new motor-car); have brought delight to many through the years with their odd adventures on and by the river; and at the imposing residence of Toad Hall. Grahame's book was later dramatised by A. A. Milne; and became a perennial Christmas favourite; as Toad of Toad Hall. It continues to enchant and; above all perhaps; inspire great affection.