Paddington Bear in Leicester Square, Bronze sculpture in Leicester Square, United Kingdom.
Paddington Bear in Leicester Square is a bronze sculpture depicting the character seated on a bench, dressed in his blue coat and red hat while holding a marmalade sandwich. The figure forms part of a wider collection of bronze characters from film and literature positioned throughout the plaza.
The sculpture was installed in February 2020 as part of the Scenes in the Square project. It honors the character created by author Michael Bond, who first appeared in 1958 and has captivated readers across generations.
The statue belongs to Scenes in the Square, an outdoor exhibition where bronze figures from stories and films sit together across the square.
The statue is located in a busy area near multiple underground stations and bus routes that serve central London. The square is accessible and surrounded by theaters, restaurants, and shops.
Visitors often leave jars of marmalade at the base of the sculpture as an informal tribute to the character's favorite treat. This spontaneous tradition has become a distinctive feature of the location.
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