A comedian, children's author, and former doctor has visited Oxford Children's Hospital.

Adam Kay entertained children at the hospital as part of his tour for his new book, Dexter Procter, The 10-Year-Old Doctor.

The visit, which took place on Wednesday, October 16, was part of national Play in Healthcare Week, which aims to emphasise the importance of play for children in hospital.

Mr Kay, along with illustrator and fellow comedian Henry Paker, held play sessions, readings, and drawing workshops for the children.

Mr Kay said: "It was wonderful to witness first-hand the positive impact of play in a hospital setting, and to meet the inspiring kids at Oxford Children’s Hospital.

"Reading out from my new book was definitely the easiest shift I’ve ever done on a ward."

The duo, alongside publisher Puffin, donated mini libraries to the hospital to go with toys, books, and games provided by charity Starlight.

Jo Pinney, health play specialist team manager at Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, said: "We were really excited to host Starlight, Adam Kay, and Henry Paker.

"Play In Healthcare Week is always a special week for us as a play team, so this event made it extra exciting this year.

"It is lovely to give our patients the opportunity to engage with something different, and the smiles on their faces show how much they enjoyed it."