A nursery business is hoping to create a buzz by smashing a world record.
Busy Bees – which was founded in Lichfield 30 years ago – is aiming to take the crown for the most people dressed up as bumble bees and surpass the current total of 2,176.
They are also keen to get children who previously attended their nurseries to join in the attempt as part of the anniversary celebrations.
Managing director and co-founder Marg Randles said: “Never in a million years did we consider that our idea to create a nursery, good enough for our own children, would evolve to this extent.
“We’ve been given wonderful opportunities to work with some truly gifted people and have seen so many children thrive and prosper over the years thanks to the dedication and expertise of our staff. It’s been hard work and many lessons have been learnt along the way, but now with 213 nurseries across the UK and more planned for 2014, we are delighted that we can continue to deliver even more exceptional care to more children.
“We’re so looking forward to celebrating our birthday with something exciting for the children and staff.”
The record attempt will take place tomorrow (November 19) when children at all of the company’s nurseries will wear their black and yellow stripes.