Babbling Brook by Richard Macneil - 500XL Piece Jigsaw Puzzle (Gibsons)

If you’re after a relaxing build with loads to spot as you go, Babbling Brook is a real treat. You’ve got that bright ribbon of water weaving through the scene, with stepping stones, ripples and reflections that make the middle section wonderfully absorbing.

All around it, the countryside feels properly alive: wildflowers in every colour, ducks paddling along, butterflies and dragonflies hovering, and even a few rabbits tucked into the foreground. Add in the thatched cottage, grazing sheep and little stone walls, and you’ve got plenty of satisfying textures and shapes to keep the build moving.

It’s a cheerful, sunny puzzle that’s perfect for a quiet afternoon at the table — and the 500XL pieces make it a lovely choice if you prefer larger, easier-to-handle pieces without losing any of the detail.