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Full Show Costume Hire from Thespis
Our The Wind in the Willows costume hire collection brings the charm, humour and adventure of this much-loved family musical to life with a complete full-show wardrobe package designed in the Thespis studio.
This delightful new costume set was launched by NOS Newcastle Operatic Society, Stoke-on-Trent, and has been created to capture the storybook warmth, theatrical fun and larger-than-life character of Mole, Rat, Badger, Mr Toad and the Wild Wooders.
Designed for schools, youth productions and theatre groups alike, this is a visually rich and highly characterful collection that helps create a complete and engaging stage world from the riverbank to Toad Hall.
This is a full-show costume hire, designed to give your production a consistent and high-quality stage appearance across principals and ensemble.
• Principal character costumes
• Ensemble animal and woodland character styling
• Storybook period costume influences
• Character accessories and finishing details
• Footwear and key costume elements where appropriate
The collection has been built to balance theatrical fun with visual consistency, helping the production feel warm, imaginative and full of personality without losing clarity on stage.
Based on Kenneth Grahame’s classic children’s novel, The Wind in the Willows is a joyful and adventurous musical filled with friendship, mischief and heart.
When Mole abandons spring cleaning and ventures out into the world, he meets Rat by the river and is soon drawn into a series of unforgettable adventures with the wise Badger and the hopelessly impulsive Mr Toad.
But when Toad’s reckless behaviour lands him in serious trouble and Toad Hall falls under threat from Chief Weasel and the Wild Wooders, the friends must band together in a story full of humour, warmth and spirited heroics.
Mole – Curious, gentle and endearing
Rat – Warm, loyal and full of easy charm
Badger – Wise, steady and reassuring
Mr Toad – Outrageous, impulsive and gloriously theatrical
Chief Weasel – Sinister but comic villain with strong stage presence
The ensemble is vital in creating the wider world of the riverbank, woodland and Toad Hall, giving the show much of its colour, movement and energy.
• Strong principal character silhouettes for Mole, Rat, Badger and Toad
• Wild Wooder ensemble looks full of mischief and theatrical character
• Storybook styling that supports the warmth and whimsy of the production
• Period-inspired details that help ground the world of the show
• Toad Hall scenes bursting with comic flair and visual fun
The costumes are designed to support the playful tone of the production while still giving every scene a polished and cohesive stage picture.
This collection has been created for practical theatre use as well as visual impact. Costumes are designed to read clearly under stage lighting, support movement across a wide range of ensemble scenes, and help younger casts feel confident and comfortable in performance.
The Wind in the Willows works best when it feels imaginative, colourful and full of life, and the wardrobe has been built with exactly that in mind.
• Delivered on hangers in labelled garment bags
• Barcoded for easy identification
• Organised and ready to go straight onto your rails
• No unnecessary sorting required on arrival
Delivered by Our Own Thespis Team
Where possible, delivery and collection are carried out by our own team using our fleet of modern long-wheelbase vans. This helps ensure your costumes arrive in excellent condition and exactly as prepared by our studio.
Delivery Timing
We aim to provide timed delivery windows wherever possible and will update you on the day with a more accurate arrival time. We understand the pressures of school and theatre schedules and always work to fit around your production.
Flexible Options
Weekend and evening deliveries or collections may be available by arrangement, helping you work around rehearsal schedules and venue access.
Backstage Space Guide:
Allow approximately one 6ft rail per 25 costumes.
• Full-show specialist for a consistent stage presentation
• Delivered by our own team in dedicated vans — not couriered in boxes
• Strong emphasis on character, colour and theatrical storytelling
• High-quality costumes maintained to a professional standard
• Delivered organised and performance-ready
We take the hard work out of this side of producing your show.
Number of Acts: 2
Genre: Comedy
Setting: Multiple settings
Time & Place: Period England
Cast Size: Small to large
Ideal For: Schools, youth productions, large casts, theatre groups and family audiences
“The Willows company are currently in that glorious moment of exhausted joy, in which the show is complete but the thrill of having achieved it keeps you on cloud 9. Everybody who has contacted us post-show has spoken so highly of your marvellous costumes. And quite right — they are magnificent.
Can I take this opportunity to thank you once again for everything you have done to support this year’s Sale Grammar School production? Thespis is, without doubt, the finest costumier we have had the pleasure of working with and I recommend you very highly to all of my colleagues in other drama departments and theatre companies.”
C Townsend, Sale Grammar School
• Standard hire period: 10 days
• Additional days available on a pro-rata basis
• 25% deposit secures your booking
• £500 refundable security deposit applies
As a popular title for schools and family audiences, early booking is recommended, particularly for peak production periods.
Do you offer full-show The Wind in the Willows costume hire?
Yes — we specialise in full-show costume hire to give productions a consistent and visually engaging stage appearance.
Is this suitable for schools and youth productions?
Yes — it is an excellent choice for schools, youth groups and theatre companies looking for a lively, characterful family show.
Are the costumes designed for ensemble casts?
Yes — the collection supports both principal roles and a wide range of ensemble and woodland characters.
How are the costumes delivered?
All costumes arrive on hangers, in named garment bags, barcoded and ready to go straight onto your rails.
Can you advise on backstage space?
Yes — as a guide, allow one 6ft rail per 25 costumes, and we are happy to advise further based on your cast size and venue.
If you are planning The Wind in the Willows, you may also be interested in:
Mary Poppins Costume Hire
Beauty and the Beast Costume Hire
Into the Woods Costume Hire
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Costume Hire
If you are planning a production of The Wind in the Willows, we would be delighted to help.
Please contact us with your production dates, venue and estimated cast size, and we will guide you through the next steps.
About us and what to expect from Thespis
![Toad must attempt a daring escape leading to a series of misadventures and a heroic battle to recapture Toad Hall. Full of humour, wit, a gorgeous, soaring score, and heart warming lessons of friendship, THE WIND IN THE WILLOWS is the perfect fit for family audiences everywhere. [slider:52]](/Visuals/Shows/Wind in the willows/Wind-in-the-Willows costume hire Weasle.jpg)