{
  "id": 9686060,
  "title": "What's new at Lego for October? New sets to get stuck into — including a Holiday countdown kit",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/25/whats-new-at-lego-for-october-new-sets-to-get-stuck-into-including-a",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-09-25T03:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "TechRadar",
    "slug": "techradar",
    "url": "https://www.techradar.com/home/whats-new-at-lego-for-october-new-sets-to-get-stuck-into-including-a-holiday-countdown-kit-and-an-overdue-aardman-debut"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "As summer comes to a close, Lego has introduced some new sets for October. While the selection is not as extensive as previous months, there are still notable additions to the lineup.\n\nOne of the highlights is the Santa Holiday Countdown set. It features a jolly Santa Claus in a chimney, accompanied by an adjustable countdown clock. Despite the early timing, Lego seems confident that this set will be popular among fans.\n\nAnother addition is Buddy the Elf, complete with candy canes. This set is sure to appeal to fans of the beloved character and his candy-inspired theme.\n\nOne piece of welcome news for UK residents is the debut of Aardman, the creators of Wallace & Gromit. Lego has now brought the iconic duo to life with a new set featuring Wallace on his motorbike and sidecar. This is a long-awaited Lego representation of the beloved characters.\n\nFor those celebrating Halloween, the US lineup lacks new kits. However, UK residents can look forward to a couple of new Wednesday-themed sets, providing some Halloween-themed building opportunities.\n\nIn addition to these new sets, Lego has also released some Pokémon-themed options. These include iconic trainer moments and a Poké Ball, allowing fans of the popular franchise to expand their collections with LEGO.",
  "summary": "Take a look at Lego's new additions, from a Poké Ball with a hidden secret, to a plasticine hero remade in bricks.",
  "key_points": [
    "Lego introduces new sets for October, including a Holiday countdown kit",
    "Santa Holiday Countdown set features Santa Claus and adjustable countdown clock",
    "Aardman duo Wallace & Gromit debuts in new Lego set"
  ],
  "editors_take": "Lego's October lineup expansion, though modest, brings welcome additions, particularly for UK fans with the introduction of Wallace & Gromit and Wednesday-themed sets, and Pokémon enthusiasts with new trainer moments.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}