6 Of The Best Paddington Bear Quotes!


Paddington bear in his red hat and blue coat against a plain blue background.

With a new movie on the way, it’s the perfect time to revisit some of Paddington Bear’s best quotes.

Paddington Bear, the lovable, duffle-coated character known now worldwide first appeared in Michael Bond’s beloved children’s book “A Bear Called Paddington” in 1958.

With his endless charm and curiosity, Paddington is a symbol of innocence and adventure – perfectly capturing many of our childhood memories.

Peggy Fortnum drew Paddington first. She illustrated the very first book ‘A Bear Called Paddington’ and then the rest of the series.

 

Paddington’s adventures, often involving mishaps with marmalade sandwiches and misunderstandings of British customs, have brought laughter and joy to so many readers.

The tales, originally illustrated by Peggy Fortnum, transport us to a simpler time and present a world where kindness and curiosity lead to the most extraordinary experiences.

Over the years, Paddington’s timeless popularity meant that his stories were lifted from the pages and projected on the big screens! Each new adaptation retains the original’s nostalgic charm, ensuring that new generations get to experience the joy of Paddington’s world.

Whether it’s his adventures in Windsor Gardens or his heartfelt letters to Aunt Lucy in Peru, Paddington’s stories seem to be forever relevant.

The newest movie “Paddington in Peru looks like a great on for the grandkid’s and the big kid in all of us.

“A wise bear always keeps a marmalade sandwich in his hat in case of emergency.”

Paddington Bear’s Best Quotes

  • “Things are always happening to me. I’m that sort of bear.”
  • “A wise bear always keeps a marmalade sandwich in his hat in case of emergency.”
  • “Mrs Brown says that in London everyone is different, and that means anyone can fit in. I think she must be right – because although I don’t look like anyone else, I really do feel at home.”
  • “It’s nice having a bear about the house. “
  • “I’ll never be like other people, but that’s alright because I’m a bear.”
  • “It’s a very important name – I don’t expect there are many bears in the world called Paddington!”

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Hannah McLaren

I've worked at DC Thomson for six years! I began as an intern at My Weekly and The Scots Magazine, which was extended by a few months to help out at The People's Friend. I then covered maternity as Celebrity Editor for My Weekly, before I became Multimedia Journalist at The Scots Magazine. Currently I'm writing digital content across each title.