National Jigsaw Day - Spread Some Puzzle Positivity on Tuesday 3rd November

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Wentworth Wooden Puzzles are calling for Puzzle Positivity ahead of National Jigsaw Day on Tuesday 3rd November. National Jigsaw Day is celebrated every year by puzzlers of all levels and this year will be no exception.

The Wiltshire-based company make high-quality wooden puzzles and were responsible for the first ever National Jigsaw Day back in 2015. Since then, the year has grown in popularity and marks an important day on the calendar for jigsaw puzzle fans across the UK. 2020 has been a challenging year, so this year Wentworth are calling for puzzle fans across the UK to come together online, to share their jigsaw puzzle stories and pictures and to spread some Puzzle Positivity.

Wentworth Wooden Puzzles are encouraging all their followers and fans on Social Media to post pictures of their puzzles with the hashtag #PuzzlePositivity on Tuesday 3rd November. By sharing pictures of puzzles in the to-do list, completed or in progress the hashtag is a way we can all show support for each other and discover connections.

WENTWORTH AMBASSADORS

The day also marks the start of an exciting new search for the team at Wentworth Wooden Puzzles. Following the hugely successful appointment of a Minister for Jigsaws to help promote a love of puzzles across the generations, Wentworth are now asking for nominations for Wentworth Ambassadors, to test new puzzle innovations and be part of the extended Wentworth family.

Applications open officially on 3rd November, and will be promoted across Wentworth's social media and website. The new Wentworth Ambassadors will be announced on 29th January 2021 – which is another important date, International Puzzle Day.

“This National Jigsaw Day we want to encourage every puzzler to spread Puzzle Positivity and support each other through what has been and continues to be a stressful period for many. Whether that be by lending a puzzle to a friend or sharing a puzzle over a cup of tea, we all need some positivity in our lives right now,” Sarah Watson, Managing Director, Wentworth Wooden Puzzles

YOUNGER PUZZLERS

In an increasingly digital world, many people have rediscovered the analogue charm of a jigsaw puzzle in recent years. This has paved the way for a new breed of younger puzzlers that has dramatically grown during 2020.

Jigsaw puzzles are proven to increase focus, patience and help with feelings of relaxation, and due to their immersiveness, working on a jigsaw puzzle can be very meditative. A Wentworth Wooden Puzzle can also provide a break from screen time, quality time shared with family, or a mindful distraction.

The wellbeing potential of a jigsaw puzzle was discovered by many in 2020 who were seeking a reprieve from the effects of lockdown. We’re currently seeing a new puzzling trend across the UK that looks set to stay with us. Sales of jigsaw puzzles have increased by more than 200% since March, and it's no surprise that a jigsaw is now considered a household essential.

With a whole new community of puzzle enthusiasts ready to share their stories digitally and join in the fun, Wentworth Puzzles are hoping for some real #PuzzlePositivity on National Jigsaw Day.

ABOUT WENTWORTH WOODEN PUZZLES

Inside every one of Wentworth's boxes you will find one of their premium quality wooden jigsaw puzzles, made from start to finish at their factory in the heart of the British countryside since 1991. With intricately hand-designed laser cut pieces including their charming ‘whimsies’, each puzzle guarantees to delight and tantalise you for years to come and are a delightful distraction from the stresses and strains of everyday life. Based in the heart of the Wiltshire countryside, Wentworth Wooden Puzzles produce beautifully crafted wooden jigsaws that represent the very best of British craftsmanship.

Wentworth aims to spread happiness as well as be sustainable in all that they do. All of their puzzles are made using wood from forests that are sustainably managed, and the box is made from recycled materials. No plastic is used in the packaging process and Wentworth continue to do all they can to minimise the energy they use and recycle the waste they create. Most importantly the puzzles are made to last. So, whether you keep your Wentworth Puzzle as a family heirloom or pass it on to others to spread the joy, it is the ultimate in sustainability.

In a world where it's easy to get consumed by the sole pursuit of electronic gadgets, Wentworth’s unique brand of wooden jigsaws are an entertaining and rewarding alternative. No matter what your age or experience, Wentworth have a jigsaw for everyone – from 25 to 1,500-piece puzzles to suit the amateur hobbyist or the hardcore veteran.

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About Wentworth Wooden Puzzles

Jigsaw puzzles are our passion and we are committed to producing high-quality puzzles that can be completed time and time again by puzzlers of all ages. In keeping with puzzling traditions, at Wentworth, all of our jigsaw puzzles are produced from sustainably-sourced wood for guaranteed long-lasting quality as the years roll by, so you can relive your favourite puzzles whenever you like. We are at the cutting edge of jigsaw manufacturing technology and our skilled team uses state-of-the-art, computer-controlled lasers to produce over 150,000 jigsaw puzzles every year. The Victorian puzzle-making tradition is reflected in our range of ‘whimsies’ – jigsaws with bespoke pieces that often reflect the nature of the puzzle itself such as a watering can for a cottage garden scene. You can also give your jigsaw that extra, individual touch with our personalised puzzle service, where you can transform photos into your own custom-made jigsaws – they make ideal gifts.