TWO-YEAR-OLD Jacob Bricknell is at the age where, according to his stepdad, he wants to "get his hands on everything."
And now the youngster can put his paws on £1,500 – after being crowned winner of the Post's Baby and Toddler of the Year Competition.
Mum Angela Bricknell, 23, of Garden Road, Hucknall, said she would be putting the money in a savings account for Jacob to use in the future.
She said: "We are absolutely delighted to have been crowned the winners.
"I couldn't believe it when I found out, this was the first time Jacob had entered the competition."
Jacob, who attends Hillside Caterpillar Play Group in Hucknall, was born at Nottingham City Hospital on March 28, 2010, and weighed 7lbs 15oz at birth.
He was Mrs Bricknell's second child, and is brother to five-year-old Daniel.
Jacob's dad Jonathan, 31, said: "I was just on my way out when the phone rang and it was the Post telling us we'd won. We were over the moon.
"A big thank you to everyone who took the time vote, we're very grateful.
"He has a lovely personality and is into everything he can get his hands on."
Jacob was crowned winner of the 19 to 36 months category meaning he was awarded £500 – but then he also received a further £1,000 for being chosen as the overall winner of the competition.
The toddler accrued dozens of votes, and he entered the competition along with his brother Daniel, who was featured in the three-to-five- years-old category.
Overall this year there were more than 1,800 entries in the competition, which was sponsored by John Lewis.
Julie Carlin, senior promotions co-ordinator, said: "Thank you to all who took part in this year's competition – it has been a great success.
"All the babies and toddlers who entered are all winners in their own right. Congratulations to the category and overall winners 2012 and we look forward to seeing you all next year."
She added: "Don't forget to 'like' our Nottingham Post Baby and Toddler Facebook page for the chance to win additional prizes."
Mr Bricknell, who works at a Toyota garage in Derby and his wife, who is a full-time mum, were married in May this year, and had their wedding at St Mary Magdalene Church, in Hucknall.
