Paddington Bear to feature in West End musical

There are several Paddington Bear statues across the UK

Paddington is one of world's most famous bears, with his adventures told in the popular books written by author Michael Bond, lots of TV episodes and three huge movies.

The loveable star will soon make his debut on a brand new stage.

A musical about Paddington Bear, featuring music from McFly singer Tom Fletcher, is set to head to London's West End later this year.

Paddington The Musical will launch at the Savoy Theatre on 1 November.

What do we know about the musical so far?

Author Michael Bond created the much-loved character Paddington Bear

The musical has been created from the Michael Bond books and award-winning Paddington Bear films.

It will follow marmalade obsessed Paddington as he travels from his homeland of Peru and lands in London, where he meets the Brown family and finds his new home.

The new Paddington Bear musical will feature music from McFly singer Tom Fletcher

"It's an honour to be entrusted to bring the story of Paddington to life on stage..." said singer and author Tom Fletcher.

"This unique and special bear is at the very heart of our nation, and I'm aware of the awesome responsibility we all have in taking on his story.

"It's beyond exciting, and an absolute dream come true."

The cast of the musical will be announced at a later date ahead of its launch.

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