Over thirty years ago, beneath icy cold sky, a tiny seed of destiny was planted. It took root the night I cradled two orphaned wolf cubs within my jacket, their warmth a silent promise of a story yet to be told. That night, in the heart of Wolf Watch UK, the magic of Darion’s Gifts was set in motion.
But Darion’s Gifts is more than just a book—it is a tapestry woven from real lives, real struggles, and the unbreakable bond between nature and the human heart. Each tale whispers the wisdom of our ancestors, guiding young souls to embrace their own uniqueness and navigate the wonders of the world around them.
Now, the magic of Darion’s Gifts is taking flight, transforming into an enchanting audio drama where voices of local children and adults bring its characters to life. The kindness of strangers has spun dreams into reality, shaping puppets from imagination’s thread, stepping into schools and igniting young minds.
There is no telling where the winds of fate will carry these stories, but one thing is certain—their message of hope will ripple outward, touching hearts far and wide, just as it was always meant to be.
Meet the puppets!

With special thanks to puppet and customs creators:
Denice Vandenburg
Wendy Healey
Laura May
Pam
Paul Snook
Caroline Foxs-Betts

Darion

Nanook

Sven

Iridiana

Knotted Iridiana and Darion

Grandpa Lupus and Lawrence
Meet the audio drama cast members:
James Groombridge
Wendy Pollard
Peter Sheridan
Fern Smith
Esbern Myers
Nick Onslow
Peter Donnelly
Nick Pollard
Huey Dalton
Andy Briggs
Maddie Warnock
James Warnock
Nina De La Mare



Meet the musical director
Nick Pollard
