The End Of Year Party Puzzle - Solution

The Puzzle:

The End Of Year Party
Party Time!

Several people of different ages brought things for the party: Charlie, who's 12, brought the POTATO CRISPS. Wayne brought the FIZZY LEMONADE (he's 13). Helen (11) brought the PAPER PLATES, and her brother Peter (9) brought the PAPER CUPS. Sheila is the same age as Charlie: she brought the PARTY POPPERS. Young Horace brought the PEANUTS: how old is he? Have a great party!

Our Solution:

7

(Count the letters!)
Puzzle Author: Stephen Froggatt

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