Slug Hollow Fri, 31 Jul 2026 06:03:25 +0100 https://slughollow.buzzsprout.com en-gb © 2026 Slug Hollow yes d9e5f46d-82b7-5292-a382-598b5fa57b06 peter-mcintosh@live.co.uk Pete McIntosh episodic false Welcome to Slug Hollow, a family story podcast filled with gentle adventures, memorable characters and heartwarming tales for little listeners.

Join Barry, Sheila, Sam, Pip and their wonderful friends as they explore the tiny world of Slug Hollow, where every puddle is an ocean, every leaf hides a new discovery, and the biggest adventures happen in the tiniest places.

Perfect for bedtime, quiet moments and family car journeys, each original story celebrates kindness, curiosity, teamwork and imagination.

New adventures await in Slug Hollow… so snuggle up, get comfy, and let’s begin.

Stories for little listeners.

Follow @slughollowstories on Instagram to meet the characters and explore the world of Slug Hollow.


]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Pete McIntosh peter-mcintosh@live.co.uk https://storage.buzzsprout.com/p21iubsvbzuyt03f2fgdybut88hb?.jpg Slug Hollow https://slughollow.buzzsprout.com Pete McIntosh Episode 10 - Escape from the Salt Monster Episode 10 - Escape from the Salt Monster In the feel-good Series 1 finale, a mysterious line of sparkling white crystals appears across the only path home, and the friends of Slug Hollow come face to face with the legendary Salt Monster.

With no safe way forward, Barry, Sheila, Sam, Pip, Stanley, Cedric, Norman and Old Greta must work together, discovering that the best adventures, and the best plans, are the ones they share.

A heartwarming story about teamwork, friendship and finding strength in one another.

Perfect for bedtime, quiet moments and family car journeys with little listeners.

Follow @slughollowstories on Instagram to meet the characters and explore the world of Slug Hollow.

We'd love to hear from you!

Created, produced and narrated by Pete McIntosh.

]]> In the feel-good Series 1 finale, a mysterious line of sparkling white crystals appears across the only path home, and the friends of Slug Hollow come face to face with the legendary Salt Monster.

With no safe way forward, Barry, Sheila, Sam, Pip, Stanley, Cedric, Norman and Old Greta must work together, discovering that the best adventures, and the best plans, are the ones they share.

A heartwarming story about teamwork, friendship and finding strength in one another.

Perfect for bedtime, quiet moments and family car journeys with little listeners.

Follow @slughollowstories on Instagram to meet the characters and explore the world of Slug Hollow.

We'd love to hear from you!

Created, produced and narrated by Pete McIntosh.

]]> Pete McIntosh Buzzsprout-19570900 Wed, 29 Jul 2026 18:00:00 +0100 374 slug hollow, childrens podcast, kids podcast, bedtime stories, stories for kids, storytime, bedtime, family, kids, storytelling 1 10 full false Episode 9 – The Day the Lawnmower Came Episode 9 – The Day the Lawnmower Came It’s a peaceful morning in Slug Hollow until a strange rumble begins to echo across the garden. As the noise grows louder and the ground starts to shake, Barry, Sheila, Sam, Pip and their friends realise something enormous is heading their way…

Working together, the Slug Hollow friends must think quickly, stay calm and help one another as the biggest challenge they’ve ever faced rolls into their world.

A gentle story about teamwork and courage.

Perfect for bedtime, quiet moments and family car journeys with little listeners.

Follow @slughollowstories on Instagram to meet the characters and explore the world of Slug Hollow.


We'd love to hear from you!

Created, produced and narrated by Pete McIntosh.

]]> It’s a peaceful morning in Slug Hollow until a strange rumble begins to echo across the garden. As the noise grows louder and the ground starts to shake, Barry, Sheila, Sam, Pip and their friends realise something enormous is heading their way…

Working together, the Slug Hollow friends must think quickly, stay calm and help one another as the biggest challenge they’ve ever faced rolls into their world.

A gentle story about teamwork and courage.

Perfect for bedtime, quiet moments and family car journeys with little listeners.

Follow @slughollowstories on Instagram to meet the characters and explore the world of Slug Hollow.


We'd love to hear from you!

Created, produced and narrated by Pete McIntosh.

]]> Pete McIntosh Buzzsprout-19568785 Wed, 29 Jul 2026 18:00:00 +0100 382 slug hollow, childrens podcast, kids podcast, bedtime stories, stories for kids, storytime, bedtime, family, kids, storytelling 1 9 full false Episode 8 – Barry Gets Stuck to a Wellington Boot Episode 8 – Barry Gets Stuck to a Wellington Boot Barry’s sure it’s going to be a perfectly ordinary day… until he accidentally sticks to a giant Wellington boot and is carried right across the garden!

As the boot bounces over grass, puddles and flowerbeds, Barry embarks on an unexpected adventure, while Stanley the snail sets out with a clever plan to bring his friend safely home.

A gentle story about keeping calm, helping friends and making the best of unexpected adventures.

Perfect for bedtime, quiet moments and family car journeys with little listeners.

Follow @slughollowstories on Instagram to meet the characters and explore the world of Slug Hollow.


We'd love to hear from you!

Created, produced and narrated by Pete McIntosh.

]]> Barry’s sure it’s going to be a perfectly ordinary day… until he accidentally sticks to a giant Wellington boot and is carried right across the garden!

As the boot bounces over grass, puddles and flowerbeds, Barry embarks on an unexpected adventure, while Stanley the snail sets out with a clever plan to bring his friend safely home.

A gentle story about keeping calm, helping friends and making the best of unexpected adventures.

Perfect for bedtime, quiet moments and family car journeys with little listeners.

Follow @slughollowstories on Instagram to meet the characters and explore the world of Slug Hollow.


We'd love to hear from you!

Created, produced and narrated by Pete McIntosh.

]]> Pete McIntosh Buzzsprout-19568773 Wed, 29 Jul 2026 18:00:00 +0100 369 slug hollow, childrens podcast, kids podcast, bedtime stories, stories for kids, storytime, bedtime, family, kids, storytelling 1 8 full false Episode 7 – Lost in Flowerpot Forest Episode 7 – Lost in Flowerpot Forest When Pip follows a curious little ladybird into Flowerpot Forest, she soon realises that she’s wandered further from home than ever before.

As Barry, Sheila, Sam and their friends search for Pip, she meets a kind field mouse named Oliver, who helps her stay calm until they’re happily reunited. Along the way, everyone discovers that even unexpected adventures can lead to wonderful new friendships.

A gentle story about courage, friendship and the comfort of finding your way home.

Perfect for bedtime, quiet moments and family car journeys with little listeners.

Follow @slughollowstories on Instagram to meet the characters and explore the world of Slug Hollow


We'd love to hear from you!

Created, produced and narrated by Pete McIntosh.

]]> When Pip follows a curious little ladybird into Flowerpot Forest, she soon realises that she’s wandered further from home than ever before.

As Barry, Sheila, Sam and their friends search for Pip, she meets a kind field mouse named Oliver, who helps her stay calm until they’re happily reunited. Along the way, everyone discovers that even unexpected adventures can lead to wonderful new friendships.

A gentle story about courage, friendship and the comfort of finding your way home.

Perfect for bedtime, quiet moments and family car journeys with little listeners.

Follow @slughollowstories on Instagram to meet the characters and explore the world of Slug Hollow


We'd love to hear from you!

Created, produced and narrated by Pete McIntosh.

]]> Pete McIntosh Buzzsprout-19568765 Wed, 29 Jul 2026 18:00:00 +0100 345 slug hollow, childrens podcast, kids podcast, bedtime stories, stories for kids, storytime, bedtime, family, kids, storytelling 1 7 full false Episode 6 – The Slug Hollow Games Episode 6 – The Slug Hollow Games It’s the biggest day of the summer in Slug Hollow… the annual Slug Hollow Games!

Special guest Lauren arrives to host a day of exciting events, including the Longest Leaf Slide, the Pebble Push and the Fastest Slime. As Barry, Sheila, Sam, Pip and their friends compete with laughter and teamwork, an unexpected champion reminds everyone that the greatest victories come from perseverance, kindness and cheering each other on.

Perfect for bedtime, quiet moments and family car journeys with little listeners.

Follow @slughollowstories on Instagram to meet the characters and explore the world of Slug Hollow.

We'd love to hear from you!

Created, produced and narrated by Pete McIntosh.

]]> It’s the biggest day of the summer in Slug Hollow… the annual Slug Hollow Games!

Special guest Lauren arrives to host a day of exciting events, including the Longest Leaf Slide, the Pebble Push and the Fastest Slime. As Barry, Sheila, Sam, Pip and their friends compete with laughter and teamwork, an unexpected champion reminds everyone that the greatest victories come from perseverance, kindness and cheering each other on.

Perfect for bedtime, quiet moments and family car journeys with little listeners.

Follow @slughollowstories on Instagram to meet the characters and explore the world of Slug Hollow.

We'd love to hear from you!

Created, produced and narrated by Pete McIntosh.

]]> Pete McIntosh Buzzsprout-19564730 Wed, 29 Jul 2026 18:00:00 +0100 374 slug hollow, childrens podcast, kids podcast, bedtime stories, stories for kids, storytime, bedtime, family, kids, storytelling 1 6 full false Episode 5 - The Great Pigeon Shadow Episode 5 - The Great Pigeon Shadow When a giant shadow sweeps across Slug Hollow, Barry and his friends begin to wonder if a mysterious creature is flying high above the meadow.

As Old Greta shares tales of the legendary “Beast of the Sky,” the friends set off to investigate. But what they discover reminds everyone that things aren’t always as scary as they first seem, and that curiosity is often the best way to overcome our fears.

A gentle story about bravery, asking questions and seeing the world with fresh eyes.

Perfect for bedtime, quiet moments and family car journeys with little listeners.

Follow @slughollowstories on Instagram to meet the characters and explore the world of Slug Hollow.

We'd love to hear from you!

Created, produced and narrated by Pete McIntosh.

]]> When a giant shadow sweeps across Slug Hollow, Barry and his friends begin to wonder if a mysterious creature is flying high above the meadow.

As Old Greta shares tales of the legendary “Beast of the Sky,” the friends set off to investigate. But what they discover reminds everyone that things aren’t always as scary as they first seem, and that curiosity is often the best way to overcome our fears.

A gentle story about bravery, asking questions and seeing the world with fresh eyes.

Perfect for bedtime, quiet moments and family car journeys with little listeners.

Follow @slughollowstories on Instagram to meet the characters and explore the world of Slug Hollow.

We'd love to hear from you!

Created, produced and narrated by Pete McIntosh.

]]> Pete McIntosh Buzzsprout-19550237 Wed, 29 Jul 2026 18:00:00 +0100 384 slug hollow, childrens podcast, kids podcast, bedtime stories, stories for kids, storytime, bedtime, family, kids, storytelling 1 5 full false Episode 4 - Stanley's Giant Backpack Episode 4 - Stanley's Giant Backpack When Stanley the snail arrives in Slug Hollow carrying a giant backpack filled with all sorts of unusual things, Barry can’t understand why anyone would need to bring so much.

But as the friends set off on a journey to Clover Meadow, Stanley’s careful planning proves that being prepared can make all the difference. From crossing a tricky gap to sheltering from an unexpected rain shower, every item in his backpack has a purpose.

A gentle story about organisation, kindness and discovering that everyone has their own special strengths.

Perfect for bedtime, quiet moments and family car journeys with little listeners.

Follow @slughollowstories on Instagram to meet the characters and explore the world of Slug Hollow.

We'd love to hear from you!

Created, produced and narrated by Pete McIntosh.

]]> When Stanley the snail arrives in Slug Hollow carrying a giant backpack filled with all sorts of unusual things, Barry can’t understand why anyone would need to bring so much.

But as the friends set off on a journey to Clover Meadow, Stanley’s careful planning proves that being prepared can make all the difference. From crossing a tricky gap to sheltering from an unexpected rain shower, every item in his backpack has a purpose.

A gentle story about organisation, kindness and discovering that everyone has their own special strengths.

Perfect for bedtime, quiet moments and family car journeys with little listeners.

Follow @slughollowstories on Instagram to meet the characters and explore the world of Slug Hollow.

We'd love to hear from you!

Created, produced and narrated by Pete McIntosh.

]]> Pete McIntosh Buzzsprout-19546695 Wed, 29 Jul 2026 18:00:00 +0100 386 slug hollow, childrens podcast, kids podcast, bedtime stories, stories for kids, storytime, bedtime, family, kids, storytelling 1 4 full false Episode 3 - The Mystery of the Missing Lettuce Episode 3 - The Mystery of the Missing Lettuce Something has taken a huge bite out of Old Greta’s favourite lettuce, and Barry is determined to solve the mystery.

As the friends of Slug Hollow follow a trail of clues through the garden, they discover that first impressions aren’t always right. Along the way, they meet Cedric, a very hungry caterpillar who soon becomes an unexpected new friend.

A heartwarming story about kindness, friendship and discovering that sharing can lead to wonderful new adventures.

Perfect for bedtime, quiet moments and family car journeys with little listeners.

Follow @slughollowstories on Instagram to meet the characters and explore the world of Slug Hollow.

We'd love to hear from you!

Created, produced and narrated by Pete McIntosh.

]]> Something has taken a huge bite out of Old Greta’s favourite lettuce, and Barry is determined to solve the mystery.

As the friends of Slug Hollow follow a trail of clues through the garden, they discover that first impressions aren’t always right. Along the way, they meet Cedric, a very hungry caterpillar who soon becomes an unexpected new friend.

A heartwarming story about kindness, friendship and discovering that sharing can lead to wonderful new adventures.

Perfect for bedtime, quiet moments and family car journeys with little listeners.

Follow @slughollowstories on Instagram to meet the characters and explore the world of Slug Hollow.

We'd love to hear from you!

Created, produced and narrated by Pete McIntosh.

]]> Pete McIntosh Buzzsprout-19545078 Wed, 29 Jul 2026 18:00:00 +0100 386 slug hollow, childrens podcast, kids podcast, bedtime stories, stories for kids, storytime, bedtime, family, kids, storytelling 1 3 full false Episode 2 – Norman’s Lucky Day Episode 2 – Norman’s Lucky Day Poor Norman has managed to get himself stuck at the bottom of a flowerpot… and, as always, Barry has a plan to rescue him.

But when Barry’s brilliant idea doesn’t quite go as expected, it takes teamwork, determination and one very clever blade of grass to save the day. Along the way, everyone discovers that the very best plans are often the ones you make together.

A heartwarming story about friendship, teamwork and learning that asking for help can lead to the best adventures.

Perfect for bedtime, quiet moments and family car journeys with little listeners.

Follow @slughollowstories on Instagram to meet the characters and explore the world of Slug Hollow.


We'd love to hear from you!

Created, produced and narrated by Pete McIntosh.

]]> Poor Norman has managed to get himself stuck at the bottom of a flowerpot… and, as always, Barry has a plan to rescue him.

But when Barry’s brilliant idea doesn’t quite go as expected, it takes teamwork, determination and one very clever blade of grass to save the day. Along the way, everyone discovers that the very best plans are often the ones you make together.

A heartwarming story about friendship, teamwork and learning that asking for help can lead to the best adventures.

Perfect for bedtime, quiet moments and family car journeys with little listeners.

Follow @slughollowstories on Instagram to meet the characters and explore the world of Slug Hollow.


We'd love to hear from you!

Created, produced and narrated by Pete McIntosh.

]]> Pete McIntosh Buzzsprout-19532479 Wed, 29 Jul 2026 18:00:00 +0100 333 slug hollow, childrens podcast, kids podcast, bedtime stories, stories for kids, storytime, bedtime, family, kids, storytelling 1 2 full false Episode 1 - The Great Crossing Episode 1 - The Great Crossing It’s the hottest day of the summer in Slug Hollow… until the very first raindrops begin to fall.

As the village celebrates, Barry gathers everyone for the most important journey of the year: crossing the Great Pavement to the cool gardens beyond. But with giant footsteps, unexpected surprises and one unforgettable ride for Norman, getting there safely is easier said than done.

A heartwarming story about bravery, teamwork and looking out for one another.

Perfect for bedtime, quiet moments and family car journeys with little listeners.

Follow @slughollowstories on Instagram to meet the characters and explore the world of Slug Hollow.


We'd love to hear from you!

Created, produced and narrated by Pete McIntosh.

]]> It’s the hottest day of the summer in Slug Hollow… until the very first raindrops begin to fall.

As the village celebrates, Barry gathers everyone for the most important journey of the year: crossing the Great Pavement to the cool gardens beyond. But with giant footsteps, unexpected surprises and one unforgettable ride for Norman, getting there safely is easier said than done.

A heartwarming story about bravery, teamwork and looking out for one another.

Perfect for bedtime, quiet moments and family car journeys with little listeners.

Follow @slughollowstories on Instagram to meet the characters and explore the world of Slug Hollow.


We'd love to hear from you!

Created, produced and narrated by Pete McIntosh.

]]> Pete McIntosh Buzzsprout-19532447 Wed, 29 Jul 2026 18:00:00 +0100 410 slug hollow, childrens podcast, kids podcast, bedtime stories, stories for kids, storytime, bedtime, family, kids, storytelling 1 1 full false