Children’s Laureate Frank Cottrell-Boyce who wrote 2012 Summer Olympics opening ceremony to be granted Freedom of Sefton | Stand Up For Southport

Children’s Laureate Frank Cottrell-Boyce to Receive Freedom of Sefton

Frank Cottrell-Boyce, the Children’s Laureate and the writer behind the 2012 Summer Olympics opening ceremony, will be honored with the Freedom of Sefton. Born in Bootle and a current resident of Sefton, he will receive this recognition at the full Sefton Council meeting at Southport Town Hall on Thursday, 13th November 2025.

Joining Sefton’s Most Distinguished

Cottrell-Boyce will join notable figures such as Donald “Ginger” McCain, Jamie Carragher, and Alex Greenwood in being awarded the borough’s highest honor. The citation from Sefton praises his remarkable achievements and local roots.

“Mr. Cottrell-Boyce was born, and still lives, in Sefton. He is internationally renowned as a screenwriter and author, and is the Children’s Laureate.

His work includes a range of TV shows, films, and award-winning novels and children’s books.

He is also renowned as the writer of the 2012 Summer Olympics opening ceremony.

Mr. Cottrell-Boyce began his literary career as a screenwriter in 1987, initially writing for television, before moving on to film in 1995.

After receiving multiple awards for his screenwriting, he launched a highly successful career as a children’s novelist. His first children’s novel, Millions, published in 2004, won the Carnegie Medal, while Framed and Cosmic were also shortlisted for awards.”

Frank Cottrell-Boyce's diverse creative talents and strong local ties make him a celebrated figure in Sefton’s cultural landscape.

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