The Paddington Bear statue in Leicester Square celebrates Michael Bond's beloved character, first introduced in the 1958 children's book A Bear Called Paddington. The character became an enduring part of British popular culture and a familiar symbol of London childhood, Leicester Square, London, United Kingdom
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The Paddington Bear statue in Leicester Square celebrates Michael Bond's beloved character, first introduced in the 1958 children's book A Bear Called Paddington. The character became an enduring part of British popular culture and a familiar symbol of London childhood, Leicester Square, London, United Kingdom

Date

Jul 06, 2026

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Photo12/ImageBROKER/David Rowland

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BRK26J14_309

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98.0Mb (32.7Mb) / 15.9in x 23.9in / 4780 x 7166 (300dpi)

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