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Hugh Bonneville visits Paddington statue in Suffolk
9 Oct
Summary
- Bonneville will promote his children's book in Bury St Edmunds.
- He plans to chat with the Paddington statue and eat a sandwich.
- The town features a statue of the beloved bear on a bench.
Actor Hugh Bonneville will be visiting Bury St Edmunds in Suffolk to promote his new children's book. Bonneville, who portrayed Paddington Bear's friend in the live-action films, is scheduled to appear at the Bury St Edmunds Literature Festival.
The British actor expressed his excitement about meeting his on-screen companion, referencing the town's statue of Paddington. He plans to sit with the statue on a bench, share a marmalade sandwich, and chat with passers-by, mirroring the bear's friendly interactions.
Bonneville remarked on how fortunate the county is to have the Paddington statue, describing it as a welcoming spot for shoppers. He anticipates a photo opportunity with his "friend on the bench."
