Paddington Bear has this week been appearing on benches across the UK in 23 locations and on this morning Paddington Bear will take a seat and get his marmalade sandwich out in Penrith.
Even the sun has come out today in Penrith for Paddington who is set to receive a very warm welcome to the town this morning (Thursday 10th October). He may even be in for a treat with a very special marmalade sandwich made with some local Dalemain marmalade.
No longer in Darkest Peru, the much-loved iconic bear can be found sitting in Little Dockray enjoying one of his famous marmalade sandwiches.
The life-size statue situated on a bench is one of 23 erected nationally to mark the arrival of the latest Paddington movie, Paddington Visits that arrives in cinemas on November 8.
Penrith BID has worked with film producers STUDIOCANAL in bringing Paddington Bear to Penrith, along with support from Penrith Town Council and Westmorland and Furness Council.
We are told Paddington is not just taking a seat to eat his marmalade sandwich and going, he is set for a long stay in Penrith and is looking forward to the Winter Droving later this month and the Christmas Sparkle light switch on in November.
A spokesperson for STUDIOCANAL said: “We are delighted to launch Paddington Visits, a trail which will see everyone’s favourite bear bringing fun, kindness and warmth to communities across the UK.
“We hope that everyone seeks out their local Paddington, whether that’s dropping by for a chat about your day or to enjoy a marmalade sandwich or two while enjoying the view! Paddington is ready to welcome everyone!"
STUDIOCANAL have also published with Ordnance Survey a map showing all 23 Paddington locations along with local walks to explore.
https://getoutside.ordnancesurvey.co.uk/Paddington-visits/
The new film Paddington In Peru arrives in cinemas on November 8.
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