Gumdrop

10 primary works • 23 total works

Gumdrop's Magic Journey

by Val Biro

Published 1 August 1984

When Gumdrop's tank is filled with magic petrol, a country drive becomes a magical adventure. It takes him to a strange land filled with storybook characters! Mr. Oldcastle's grandson, Dan, is delighted when they join the Mad Hatter for tea and meet the Seven Dwarves and Pinocchio.

Gumdrop for Ever!

by Val Biro

Published 1 September 1987

When Mr. Oldcastle wins some money it goes straight to his head, making him think some very strange thoughts - like trading Gumdrop in for a vintage Rolls-Royce or a sleek new Jaguar. But Gumdrop plays a few tricks that help Mr. Oldcastle change his mind.

Gumdrop Makes a Start

by Val Biro

Published 1 August 1982

Gumdrop has had many owners and eventually ends up in the scrapyard. He is found by Mr Oldcastle, who recognizes Gumdrop as the car he fell in love with as a seven-year-old boy. Mr Oldcastle's dream has come true and their life of adventure together can begin.

Gumdrop and The Monster

by Val Biro

Published 1 August 1985

Mr Oldcastle has taken Gumdrop on holiday to Scotland. Their final destination is the famous Loch Ness where they hope to see the legendary monster. Several other people have had the same idea! But will anyone see the real monster?

Gumdrop and The Elephant

by Val Biro

Published 6 September 1990

Barmy Bigshott's zoo is a dreadful place with hungry animals cramped in cages. When Bunbo the elephant breaks free, Gumdrop helps teach Barmy a lesson and finds Bunbo a wonderful new home.

Gumdrop and the Bulldozer

by Val Biro

Published 3 October 1991

Gumdrop is nearly scooped up by a bulldozer when he visits Mildew Manor. They are building a motorway right through the safari park. Mr Oldcastle and Sir Marmaduke hatch a plan to keep the bulldozers at bay - but it's Gumdrop who really hits the jackpot!

Gumdrop is a famous vintage car belonging to Val Biro. Together they travel the country visiting their many fans and appearing on television.

Gumdrop and The Martians

by Val Biro

Published 11 November 1998

Mr. Oldcastle and Gumdrop are off for a quiet day in the country, investigating some rather mysterious crop circles. Their quiet day turns to absolute mayhem with the arrival of some fellow vintage car enthusiasts from the planet Mars!

Gumdrop Finds A Ghost

by Val Biro

Published 31 March 1983

Mr Oldcastle and his grandson Dan set off for Mildew Manor - the sort of place you would expect a ghost to appear. The first one they meet is revealed as Marmaduke Ricketty-Cobwebb, owner of the Manor, dressed up to scare visitors. But then Gumdrop finds a real ghost - a Rolls Royce Silver Ghost!

Gumdrop's School Adventure

by Val Biro

Published 18 January 2001

Mr Oldcastle is judging a fancy-dress competition at a local school. The prize is a ride in his beautiful vintage car, but Gumdrop's been stolen! And Horace too! Who are the thieves and will Mr Oldcastle ever catch up with them?

Gumdrop is the famous vintage car belonging to Val Biro. Together they travel the country visiting their many fans and appearing on television.

Gumdrops Merry Christmas

by Val Biro

Published 15 October 1992

Gumdrop has a busy Christmas Eve. He gives a lift to Father Christmas (Mr Bumblebee in disguise) and he has Christmas shopping to do. Things don't go smoothly - "Father Christmas" begins to behave very strangely, the pony has become a real reindeer and Gumdrop needs a new starter motor.

Gumdrop and the Steamroller

by Val Biro

Published 1 June 1976

Gumdrop, Mr. Oldcastle's smart old car, has a near-calamity with a steamroller.

Gumdrop at the Zoo

by Val Biro

Published 25 April 1996

Gumdrop and Horace

by Val Biro

Published 1 April 1982

Gumdrop and the Secret Switches

by Val Biro

Published 1 June 1981

Gumdrop at Sea

by Val Biro

Published 1 July 1983

Gumdrop and the Dinosaur

by Val Biro

Published 1 October 1988

Mr Oldcastle takes his nephew Dan and Horace the dog to a natural history museum in Gumdrop, his vintage car. By means of a magic computer, they are transported back to the time of the dinosaurs. They meet some new dinosaur friends and encounter a terrifying enemy! The author has written and illustrated many books, including the Gumdrop stories.

Gumdrop Posts a Letter

by Val Biro

Published 1 November 1976

Gumdrop Races a Train

by Val Biro

Published 1 April 1982

Gumdrop Has a Tummy-ache

by Val Biro

Published 1 January 1976

Gumdrop on the Farm

by Val Biro

Published 1 January 1976