Paddington and the Christmas Surprise: A funny, festive picture book about Paddington

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Paddington Goes for Gold (2012) A single-story picture book, aimed at younger readers. Released to coincide with London hosting the Summer Olympic Games. Love from Paddington (2014) A book of letters from Paddington and his Aunt Lucy, which retell stories seen in the previous collections from Paddington's perspective. [35] Paddington's Finest Hour (2017) A Spot of Decorating" – Paddington tries to help Mr Brown by decorating his room whilst the family is out.

For more festivities, here’s the full list of London Christmas light switch on dates confirmed so far. And did you see that you can book a ride on a 1940s steam train in London this Christmas? For everything happening in the capital this Christmas, look no further than Time Out and our magnificent guide to the festive season. Vo, Alex (18 January 2018). "Paddington 2 Breaks a Rotten Tomatoes Record. Here's How Its Director Reacted". Rotten Tomatoes. Fandango. Archived from the original on 19 January 2018 . Retrieved 9 June 2022. Nguyen, Dean Van. "Gwen Stefani and Pharrell collaboration 'Shine' released online". NME. Time Inc. UK. Archived from the original on 20 March 2016.

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Perlmutter, David (2018). The Encyclopedia of American Animated Television Shows. Rowman & Littlefield. pp.443–444. ISBN 978-1538103739. The 2017 Marks & Spencer Christmas advertisement for television shows Paddington mistaking a petty criminal for Santa Claus and helping him right the wrong by returning the gifts to their rightful owners. [88] a b Murphy, Shaunna (3 November 2014). "Emma Watson Designed A Paddington Bear For Charity And It's Freaking Adorable". MTV . Retrieved 9 June 2022.

Discover the magic of literature and the spirit of the season at St. Pancras International's Christmas Tree. It's more than a decoration; it's an immersive reading adventure that transports you to captivating new worlds. Luke Taylor, Retail Director at Hatchards said: " Whether we are young or old, books offer an escape from the hurly burly bustle of the modern world that no other medium can compete with; and there are few better ways to enjoy a good read than whistling through the countryside on a train! We are delighted to be partnering with St. Pancras International to bring this joy to the many station visitors, allowing people to escape, relax and enjoy literature for a few moments with the station tree. What a start to the festive season!" When he gets annoyed with someone, he often gives them one of his special "hard stares", taught to him by Aunt Lucy, which causes them to become flushed and embarrassed. Paddington's adventures usually arise from him misunderstanding something and trying to right (what he perceives to be) unfair or unjust situations. This typically ends with him messing things up in some way. But in all his adventures, he ends up on top and everyone involved can laugh about it. A notable exception is the Browns' next-door neighbour Mr Curry who in every adventure ends up in trouble. Paddington arrives as a stowaway coming from "Darkest Peru," sent by his Aunt Lucy, one of only a few known relatives aside from Uncle Pastuzo who gave Paddington his hat, who has gone to live in the Home for Retired Bears in Lima. [20] He claims, "I came in a lifeboat and ate marmalade. Bears like marmalade." He tells them that no one can understand his Peruvian name, so the Browns decide to call him Paddington after the railway station in which he was found.

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Here are some more pics of thetree. Photograph: Sam Lane Photography Photograph: Sam Lane Photography Ship, Chris (4 June 2022). "The Queen surprises Platinum party-goers with Paddington Bear comic sketch". ITV News . Retrieved 4 June 2022. Paddington on Screen (1980) Following up Paddington's Blue Peter Story Book (1973) this collection collects the remaining stories published in the Blue Peter annuals, which Michael Bond had written during his time as a cameraman on the programme. These stories again feature occasional appearances from the Blue Peter presenters, including newcomer Lesley Judd and newsreader Angela Rippon. As part of the promotion of film and to celebrate cross-cultural links between the UK and Peru, the British Embassy and StudioCanal commissioned a statue of Paddington in Parque Salazar in the Miraflores district of the Peruvian capital, Lima, which was unveiled in July 2015. [87]

Paddington Spills the Beans" – Paddington speaks to an investigative reporter. The Browns worry about the consequences. The Queen and Paddington: How a bear became an unlikely royal mascot". BBC News. 15 September 2022 . Retrieved 15 September 2022. Goings-On at Number Thirty-two" – Paddington mistakes a man installing the Browns' new television for a burglar. The Browns take Paddington home to 32 Windsor Gardens near Notting Hill. While there is a real Windsor Gardens off Harrow Road between Notting Hill and Maida Vale, close to the location as described in the books, the Windsor Gardens in the book is fictitious and does not resemble the real road. [22] The fictitious house was based on a real-life equivalent in Notting Hill, but Bond kept the location secret to avoid inconvenience for the real inhabitants of the house. [23] Experience the magic of the season like never before with our 2023 Christmas display in collaboration with Hatchards. This 12 metre tall masterpiece is not just a festive centrepiece; it's a literary wonderland inspired by the enchanting realms created by authors.

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With all the hubbub of the festive season, having a Christmas tree where people can find a quiet spot to enjoy a good book sounds wonderful to us. Sign us up. Take a look at our Paddington Afternoon Tea Menus below. We have a range of menus to cater for all requirements and preferences and offer Traditional, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, and Gluten-free. McIntosh, Steven (14 May 2023). "TV Baftas 2023: Claudia Winkleman and The Traitors among winners". BBC News. BBC . Retrieved 14 May 2023. Judy and Jonathan Brown: The energetic and friendly Brown children. It is never established if one is older than the other, leading to the possibility that they might be twins. In the 1975 series, Paddington, and the 2019 animated series, Judy is older. In the 1989 animated series, and the 1997 animated series Jonathan is older. They meet Paddington for the first time when meeting Judy off the train from boarding school. In the movie Judy and Jonathan are with their parents when they first meet him at Paddington Station, giving him his iconic name. Yossman, K.J. (28 February 2022). "Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky Was Voice of Paddington Bear". Variety . Retrieved 2 October 2022.