Could Kilkenny be the new home to a specially made statue?
StudioCanal have announced a search for the perfect place to host a brand new Paddington statue - could it be Kilkenny?
With families and friends in Kilkenny enjoying Paddington bear's latest adventure Padding In Peru in the cinemas, film production company StudioCanal has announced its search for the perfect place to host a Paddington statue.
The company is calling on people in towns and cities across the UK and Ireland to step forward and share why their location would be the best home for another replica of the marmalade-loving bear this festive season.
Complete with his signature red hat, blue duffle coat, and a marmalade sandwich in paw, Paddington could soon have a spot in your local park or town centre.
The public is being encouraged to write a message to Paddington and tell the bear what makes their home so special, with the most imaginative and heartfelt entry set to win.
StudioCanal will announce the winning location in January next year, with the lucky town or city set to become part of Paddington Visits, the epic statue trail which has seen fans stopping for selfies in John O’Groats, sharing marmalade sandwiches in County Mayo and enjoying a friendly chat in Chester.
Visit www.paddingtoninperu.co.uk/paddington-visits for details on how to enter and share your name, location and a brief message explaining why your home would make the perfect place for Paddington to visit.