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visitlondon.com - YouTube channel This summer, discover magical giant Dream Jars in London and beyond. This sculpture trail celebrates the release of The BFG movie and Roald Dahl’s 100th birthday, whilst raising funds for Save the Children. Find out more: Follow the conversation by using #BFGDreamJars and share your photos for a chance to win a prize. In this video, you’ll go behind the scenes of the making of the jars with Masie Williams and HRH The Countess of Wessex.

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