Wooden Play Loom BRIO

Children from 3 years old will simply adore this toy. Combining the best of traditional wood and modern, high-quality plastic, BRIO has triumphed again. The Fire Station is a deep, striking red, with a working bell, doors that open and close, a chute that operates via a "trapdoor" for our brave Fire Fighter to slide down in style and track that fits to other toys in the BRIO railway system. And not forgetting the piece de resistance: a push-along battery-operated Fire Engine (batteries included) that has a flashing light and siren consistent with the importance of its mission. The Engine has a magnetic coupling facility, to hook it up with other trucks and engines in the BRIO collection, and the simple push-button mechanism needs to be repeated after each siren, which lasts only around eight seconds, saving frayed parents' nerves. It cannot, however, be switched off. Batteries are housed beneath a screwed-down cover and a screwdriver will be required when they need replacing. A poseable Fire Fighter, who sits comfortably inside the engine sporting a dashing red cap, is also included.

Perfect for role play and make-believe imaginative play, this toy is highly rewarding for the minimum of effort, and will stand alone as easily as it will fit into an existing BRIO collection. Fantastic value for money, it will last a lifetime if looked after properly and is easily cleaned. This is the best kind of toy: simple in concept, yet superbly executed, it is bound to become a firm favourite with any member of the toddler emergency service. Suitable for 3 years and above, the toy comes attractively packaged in a box with a see-through side which, when wrapped, makes for a substantial gift. Full instructions and BRIO product guide are included. --Lucie Naylor

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