Dentist needed and make it snappy

Fitting a crocodile for false teeth is not a job for the faint-hearted, but staff at the National Trust for Scotland’s JM Barrie’s Birthplace in Kirriemuir are searching for a craftsman who is up to that very challenge.

Fitting a crocodile for false teeth is not a job for the faint-hearted, but staff at the National Trust for Scotland’s JM Barrie’s Birthplace in Kirriemuir are searching for a craftsman who is up to that very challenge.

A wooden version of the crocodile character from Peter Pan can be found in the garden at Barrie’s childhood home. Recently, though the crocodile has lost a few teeth, causing his smile to be more crooked than ever.

More 2500 people have visited the author’s birthplace in 2008 and the crocodile is popular with visitors of all ages.

Recently-appointed Property Manager, John McKenna is determined to get the garden’s well-known resident grinning again. He said:

“When I started work with the National Trust for Scotland I did not imagine that one of my first tasks would be replacing teeth on a wooden crocodile.

“The crocodile is very popular with visitors and if there are any local carpenters who are brave enough to take on this unique project and who would be willing to donate their time and expertise, please get in touch.”

Please contact John on 0844 493 2142 for more information on the project.

JM Barrie’s Birthplace is open Saturday – Wednesday from 12pm – 5pm (1pm – 5pm on Sundays).