Henry Patterson – Not Before Tea

Not Before Tea is a British children’s lifestyle brand inspired by The Adventures of Sherb and Pip, a story written by Henry Patterson when he was just 10 years old.

The book was a hit when it launched in 2014, selling thousands of copies. That same year, Not Before Tea was born and is now one of the fastest-growing children’s lifestyle brands in the UK.

The collection features beautiful illustrations by artist Becky Down and brings beloved characters from the book to life, including Vera Vole, Sherb the Owl, and Billy the Cat.

Henry’s journey has captured attention worldwide, with coverage in major outlets like Forbes, plus multiple TV appearances. He even became the youngest guest ever on CNBC’s Squawk Box, was named “One to Watch” by The Independent, and appeared on The One Show alongside Richard Branson.

Today, Not Before Tea continues to enchant families—and even has a growing list of celebrity fans who adore the story and its magical world.