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Paddington Bear statues leave trail around London

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Paddington Bear statue in London
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Paddington Bear loves a good adventure and his most recent one is on the streets of London where the famous children's book character has left a trail.

Paddington Bear statues in London
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50 statues of Paddington Bear have been designed by artists and celebrities and placed all around the capital.

Paddington Bear statue in London
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This is the bear David Beckham has designed called Golden Paws. He's got a red coat with the England badge on and his briefcase is painted England colours.

Paddington Bear statue in London
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Harry Potter actress Emma Watson has called her creation the Flutterby.

Paddington Bear statue in London
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Australian actress, Nicole Kidman has gone for a shiny metallic look and named it Blush.

Paddington Bear statue in London
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The furry fictional bear is feeling a bit fragile in this statue.

Paddington Bear statue in London
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The bears will eventually be auctioned to raise money for the NSPCC charity.

Paddington Bear statue in London
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Paddington is coming to the big screen soon too with his first film out later this month, starring Doctor Who actor Peter Capaldi.