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Recommended for everyone aged 5 and over, younger children upon parents' discretion. Everyone has to have their own seat.
Performance dates
29 - 30 July 2025
Run time: 1hr 40mins (inc. interval)
Includes interval
43 reviews
Top Rated Show
Reviewers highly rate this show
Timid Mole yearns to explore the wide world. Gruff old Badger enjoys peace and quiet. Rat likes summer picnics and just messing about in boats. Their idyllic lives on the Riverbank are turned upside down when Toad announces his latest in a long line of extravagant obsessions: a gypsy caravan.
Generous Toad. Exciting Toad. Only-A-Tiny-Bit-Boastful Toad. The Riverbankers console themselves with the fact that he cannot possibly get any worse - until, bewitched by the roar of a motor-car and the screech of burning tyres, he does. The other animals resolve to save him from himself – but can they teach him even a jot of restraint AND help him evict the opportunistic stoats and weasels who have taken over his ancestral pile?
Multiple award-winning Illyria celebrates Kenneth Grahame’s timeless tale of friendship, laughter, the longing for home and the lure of adventure. Enjoy it all summer across the UK where the story is set: in the great British outdoors
The story and characters are familiar; for many, The Wind in the Willows is a favourite whether you are a fan of the book or the countless adaptations. New audiences can expect a warm tale of friendship set in the idyllic countryside of Edwardian England. This newest adaptation hits the West End at the London Palladium and stars Rufus Hound.
21 Aug, 2017 | By Harrison Fuller
The Wind in the Willows, playing this Summer at the spectacular London Palladium, is a fun, albeit slightly over-the-top musical based on Kenneth Grahame's well-loved novel. The adaptation was written by Julian Fellowes (Downton Abbey), with music by Stiles and Drewe (Half a Sixpence). But, whilst the show is visually impressive and full of catchy tunes, it feels quite laboured at times.
17 Jul, 2017 | By Harriet Wilson
Following its highly praised pre-West End run, major new musical The Wind in the Willows is set to return to the West End in London's Palladium Theatre. Brought to life by
Downton Abbey creator Julian Fellowes and Olivier Award-winning songwriting team George Stiles and Anthony Drewe the much anticipated musical promises to bring "an explosion of anarchy, humour and heart to the world-famous London Palladium." Director Jamie Hendry has also confirmed that he will continue his pledge to ensure that local readers have access to the story by sending free copies of Kenneth Grahame's classic novel to every school and library in London
8 Nov, 2016 | By Sarah Gengenbach
The Wind in the Willows - ★★★★
The Wind in the Willows is an enchanting journey into the winter season. Commissioned by the Royal Opera House, this much loved magical tale of Ratty, Mole, Badger and Mr Toad is brought to life through dance, song and the wonderful music composed by Martin Ward.
5 Dec, 2014 | By London Theatre Direct
Our lovely Andrew Tomlins reviews The Wind In The Willows at the Duchess Theatre.
20 Dec, 2013 | By London Theatre Direct
Full casting has been announced for the West End Transfer of the Royal Opera House's (ROH) production of The Wind in the Willows.
2 Oct, 2013 | By London Theatre Direct
Royal Opera House transfers The Wind In The Willows into London's West End
9 Jul, 2013 | By London Theatre Direct