Character guide

Paddington Bear

Polite, well-mannered, and utterly charming, a lovable bear with a penchant for marmalade sandwiches and a knack for getting into delightful mishaps

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Audiobooks with Paddington Bear

Paddington Bear is in 3 audiobooks.

  1. A Bear Called Paddington

    Padington Bear had travelled all the way from the darkest Peru when the Brown family first met him on Paddington Station. Since then their lives have...

    Ages 5–7

    £13.99

  2. Funny Paddington Stories

    Paddington Bear has been delighting adults and children alike with his earnest good intentions and humorous misadventures for over sixty years. Join Paddington and the Brown...

    Ages 5–7

    £12.99

  3. More Funny Paddington Stories

    The lovable and earnest Paddington Bear is back with seven more hilarious misadventures with the Brown family. Whether he’s attempting to make art, visiting a chapel...

    Ages 5–7

    £12.99

Bundles with Paddington Bear

Paddington Bear Audiobook Bundle

3 audiobooks · £36.00 · Save £3.97

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Paddington Bear Intro Pack

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Who else is in the story?

The other characters in A Bear Called Paddington.

  • MB

    Mr Brown

    The head of the Brown family, who first meets Paddington on the platform at Paddington Station.

  • MB

    Mrs Brown

    Kind-hearted Mrs Brown, who names the little bear from Peru after the station where the family found him.

  • J

    Judy

    The Browns' daughter, who quickly becomes one of Paddington's firmest friends.

  • J

    Jonathan

    The Browns' son, always glad to have a bear in the house to share in the fun.

  • MB

    Mrs Bird

    The Browns' housekeeper, who grumbles about bears but has a very soft spot for Paddington.

  • Mr Gruber

    Wise and kind-hearted, Mr Gruber is a gentle soul with a love for adventure and a treasure trove of stories to share.

  • MC

    Mr Curry

    The Browns' bad-tempered next-door neighbour, forever getting caught up in Paddington's mishaps.

Character guide

More about Paddington Bear

Paddington Bear is a lovable and iconic fictional character created by British author Michael Bond. He is a small, friendly, and curious bear hailing from "Darkest Peru," known for his distinctive blue duffle coat, old hat, and love for marmalade sandwiches. Paddington's adventures and misadventures have captured the hearts of readers of all ages for generations.

The story of Paddington begins when he is discovered by the Brown family at Paddington Station in London. He arrives with a note around his neck, which reads, "Please look after this bear. Thank you." The Browns, with their warm hearts and open arms, take him in and give him a loving home.

Kind-hearted and well-mannered, Paddington's innocence and childlike wonder often lead him into comical situations. His polite and optimistic nature endears him to everyone he meets, and he possesses a unique ability to see the good in people, even in challenging circumstances.

Questions about Paddington Bear

Short answers for parents and children.

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