NELLIE THE ELEPHANT
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NELLIE THE ELEPHANT ⋆
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Welcome to the jungle. Here at Asteria we are OBSESSED with our animatronic creatures and puppet animals. We think they’re just so beautiful, so quirky, so fun and so unique! Nellie the elephant character is super versatile, she’s perfect for all circus events, carnival events and great as jungle themed event entertainment. She’s fully mobile so she walks around, her head, eyes and trunk moves and he also makes adorable elephant noises. She makes a fabulous meet and greet jungle character and is also great to add to stage acts or to have as part of a parade. We’ve got plenty of different characters to guide Nellie around, including our circus ring master, carnival toucan dancers or one of our bone warriors.
Our unique elephant puppet usually does 3 x 20 minute sets, however this can be flexible.
We pride ourselves on having the most skilled and the highest quality of acts and costumes. We supply a huge array of classic circus and jungle themed acts for all types of events such as corporate parties, private and public events, festivals, film, TV, photoshoots, music videos and more! We can supply exactly what you need to elevate your event and take it to the next level! Our animatronic elephant act are a perfect addition to other characters from any of our circus, canrival or jungle ranges. Let us know what your event needs as we at Asteria’s Playground would love to bring the wonder to you..
Nellie the elephant was formally known as Jumbo the elephant. She lives at and is owned by Asteria’s Playground. Hire your unique elephant act today! We provide the UK’s most realistic elephant puppet and we’d love to make your event extra special.
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Welcome to the jungle, we got fun and games…
Why Nellie the elephant is the Ultimate Event Focal Point
Bringing a life-sized animatronic elephant to your celebration creates an instant sense of awe and spectacle. Nellie offers:
Hyper-Realistic Animatronics: From the texture of his skin to his lifelike eye blinks, ear flutters, and trunk gestures, Nellie looks and behaves like a real elephant roaming through your event space.
Themed Character Handlers: Nellie is always guided by a charismatic performer—such as a Safari Explorer, a Ringmaster, or a Jungle Adventurer—who guides him through the venue, engages with guests, and shares his story.
Unmatched Photo Opportunities: Guests of all ages will flock to take photos and selfies alongside Nellie, driving massive organic social media shares for your brand, venue, or party.
Gentle & Family-Friendly: Unlike scary monster acts, Nellie’s gentle, curious nature makes him an instant favourite for young children, family crowds, and inclusive community events.
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Popular Themes & Booking Ideas for Nellie
🎪 The Greatest Showman & Circus Spectacles
Add an authentic, cruelty-free touch of circus nostalgia to your vintage circus gala, Greatest Showman night, or carnival parade. Guided by a dashing Ringmaster, Nellie brings all the majestic magic of the circus without using live animals.
🌴 Living Jungle & Safari Milestone Celebrations
Planning a jungle-themed Bar Mitzvah, 21st birthday, or lavish private party? Imagine your guests sipping cocktails while a life-sized elephant wanders through the lush venue foliage. Nellie serves as the ultimate living decor and main attraction.
🦁 Wildlife Conservation & Eco-Events
Highlight environmental awareness with heart. Nellie is a powerful ambassador for wildlife charities, zoo activations, educational school visits, and eco-conscious public events—inspiring love and respect for wild animals through interactive puppetry.
🥁 Public Carnivals, Parades & Street Festivals
Draw massive crowds along parade routes and festival grounds. Nellie the elephant puppet acts as a towering centerpiece for town center carnivals, council festival fields, and summer street celebrations.
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Flexible Performance Packages
Standard bookings for Nellie typically include 3 x 20-minute roaming sets throughout your event schedule. We can also pair Nellie with our other jungle and circus acts—such as acrobats, hula hoopers, or bubble artists—to create a full-scale thematic entertainment package. Nellie the elephant act has also done many stage shows in case you’d like something extra special.
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Bring Nellie to Your Next Event!
Ready to give your guests an elephant-sized surprise? Contact our creative booking team today to check availability, discuss handler costuming options, and receive a bespoke proposal.