Hugh Bonneville
About the author

Hugh Bonneville

Just like Rory Sparkes, Hugh Bonneville grew up and went to primary school in South East London. Later on, he studied Theology at the University of Cambridge and became a professional actor in 1985. His career has spanned radio, television, film and stage, including highly acclaimed appearances in David Walliams’s Mr Stink and the voice of Santa in Stick Man, as well as Downton Abbey and the Paddington films. Now grown up and verging on ancient, Hugh would like to make it clear that he loves his sister very much. Even when she sings.

Books by Hugh Bonneville

Hugh Bonneville Articles

Absolutely Hilarious: Read an Extract from Rory Sparkes and the Elephant in the Room by Hugh Bonneville

Review | Extract

28 October 2025

Absolutely Hilarious: Read an Extract from Rory Sparkes and the Elephant in the Room by Hugh Bonneville

Activity Sheets: Rory Sparkes and the Elephant in the Room by Hugh Bonneville

Kids & Ya

28 October 2025

Activity Sheets: Rory Sparkes and the Elephant in the Room by Hugh Bonneville

3 Reasons Why You Should Read Rory Sparkes and the Elephant in the Room by Hugh Bonneville, Illustrated by Lorretta Schauer

Review

27 October 2025

3 Reasons Why You Should Read Rory Sparkes and the Elephant in the Room by Hugh Bonneville, Illustrated by Lorretta Schauer