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STEP INTO THE FESTIVE WORLD OF
PADDINGTON BEAR
This winter, families can enjoy an
unforgettable festive outing at The
Paddington Bear™ Experience at County
Hall on London’s South Bank. The
immersive experience brings the nation’s
favourite bear to life amid dazzling
holiday decorations, including a
spectacular 5.5-metre Christmas tree,
creating the perfect festive backdrop for
a magical day out.
Visitors can also indulge in a
seasonal menu full of hearty favourites
such as chicken and leek pie, ham hock
and pea pie, and vegetarian or vegan
options. Sweet treats like warm apple pie
and Peruvian orange hot chocolate
ensure everyone can enjoy Christmas
the Paddington way.
Guests are invited to step into
Paddington’s world and explore some of
the most memorable locations from the
stories. The adventure begins at the
bustling Paddington Station, where a
friendly Station Master welcomes
visitors before taking them on a lively
train journey past London’s famous
landmarks, ending at the Browns’
charming home at No. 32 Windsor
Gardens.
Inside the beautifully decorated
Brown family home, guests join
Paddington and his family in preparing
for the special Marmalade Day Festival.
Families can explore themed rooms,
enjoy interactive games, meet beloved
characters, and discover surprises
around every corner.
The adventure culminates in a festive
Windsor Garden street party, complete
with food, games, and fun for all ages.
Visitors can sample Paddington’s
famous marmalade sandwiches and take
part in family-friendly activities with the
Browns, creating heartwarming
memories to cherish.
The Paddington Bear™ Experience is
a magical celebration for the entire
family, combining charming décor,
immersive storytelling, and seasonal
treats. It’s the perfect way to celebrate the
festive season while stepping into the
beloved world of Paddington Bear.
STICK MAN PUTS DOWN ROOTS IN
LONDON THIS CHRISTMAS
Based on the book by Julia
Donaldson with illustrations by Axel
Scheffler, perennial festive favourite
Stick Man will play in two UK cities
simultaneously this Christmas, with one
production returning to its new London
home, the Bloomsbury Theatre, from
4 December to 4 January and another at
the Leeds Playhouse, from 6 December
to 4 January. A third production of Stick
Man embarked on a UK tour this autumn.
What starts off as a morning jog
becomes quite the misadventure for Stick
Man: a dog wants to play fetch with him,
a swan builds a nest with him, and he
even ends up on a fire! How will Stick
Man ever get back to the family tree in
time for Christmas?
Photo: Mark Senior
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This much-loved adaptation from
Freckle Productions, the team behind
Zog and Zog and the Flying Doctors,
features a trio of top actors and is packed
full of puppetry, songs, live music and
funky moves. Stick Man is adapted from
the book by Julia Donaldson, the multi
award-winning author of some of the
world's best loved children's books
including The Gruffalo and Zog. Julia is
best known for her popular rhyming
stories for children, especially those
illustrated by Axel Scheffler, which have
sold over 75 million copies and have
been published in over 100 languages.
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