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The Enormous Crocodile Statue (Roald Dahl)

The Enormous Crocodile Statue (Roald Dahl)

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The Enormous Crocodile Statue (Roald Dahl)

Name: The Enormous Crocodile Statue (Roald Dahl)
Rating: 2

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Location: Cardiff, South Wales, Wales, United Kingdom

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1. Cardiff Bay to Penarth Pier loop

11.2km

03:00

130m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Cardiff Bay Jetty Lookout – Cardiff Barrage loop from Penarth

4.20km

01:04

20m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Cardiff Barrage – Norwegian Church Arts Centre loop from Grangetown

11.1km

02:50

40m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Grace Mulligan

November 15, 2024

The Enormous Crocodile statue in Cardiff Bay is a playful tribute to the beloved character from Roald Dahl’s story. It adds a touch of fun to the waterfront area and celebrates Dahl’s connection to Cardiff, where he was born.

Peter Turner

May 5, 2025

This playful crocodile is a wonderful homage to Roald Dahl who was born in Cardiff and christened in the Norwegian Church just down the way.

JakobusPilger

May 9, 2025

The publisher – which publishes the German edition – advertises the children's book by Roald Dahl (1916 to 1990), which serves as the literary inspiration for this statue, as follows:
"The giant crocodile is hungry, insatiably, tremendously hungry! What could be more convenient for him than a few crunchy, juicy, delicious children? But they're not so easy to catch; it takes a few clever tricks! At first, everything goes according to plan for the crocodile and his nasty traps, if it weren't for the other animals in the jungle, who tirelessly rush to the children's aid. So the crocodile finally receives the punishment it deserves, and courage and helpfulness win the day!
Dauntless heroes full of strength and imagination who make children strong: No matter who or where you are, no matter who wants to belittle you, with imagination, determination, and courage, you can take charge of your own crazy story and be anything you want! A picture book to look at and read aloud for witty, strong children ages 4 and up and all Roald Dahl fans. A brilliant new translation by Andreas Steinhöfel.

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Location: Cardiff, South Wales, Wales, United Kingdom

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The Enormous Crocodile Statue (Roald Dahl)

1. Cardiff Bay to Penarth Pier loop

2. Cardiff Bay Jetty Lookout – Cardiff Barrage loop from Penarth

3. Cardiff Barrage – Norwegian Church Arts Centre loop from Grangetown

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