Spitfire Surprise Extra Large
250 XL Piece Jigsaw Puzzle

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Proudly made in the UK and Europe, each puzzle includes a puzzle print to help you piece it together with ease. Packed in paper bags to reduce single-use plastic, our puzzles are a mindful and relaxing way to unwind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAs a \u003cb\u003eB Corp\u003c\/b\u003e certified company and winner of the \u003cb\u003eKing’s Award for Sustainable Development\u003c\/b\u003e, we are proud to combine sustainability with over 100 years of family-run puzzling heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e"}