Adopted by the wonderful Brown family of 32 Windsor Gardens, the young Paddington was discovered waiting at his namesake railway station in London. Carrying just a suitcase (with a special secret compartment for all his important papers), an old bush hat and a simple instruction from his beloved Aunt Lucy in Peru (‘please look after this bear’), Paddington swiftly became a cherished member of the household, despite his hilarious capacity for catastrophe and his overwhelming interest in particularly delicious marmalade sandwiches.

Take Paddington Home With You

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A selection of Paddington Bears, whether you want to tote him under your arm or fit him in your pocket