Paddington returns from Peru and tries his hand at such things as the stock market, barbering, and even ballet; but he decides he would rather be his bear self.

"Paddington doesn't intentionally turn his friend's wedding into an uproar by getting the wedding ring stuck on his paw. Nor does he plan for Mr. Curry to slip on his marmalade sandwich in the middle of an important golf shot. But these sorts of things and more just happen to a bear like Paddington"--Back cover.

Trouble comes naturally to Paddington who's head is so full of ideas that some things are destined to go wrong!

"Nothing quite goes according to plan when Paddington Bear goes to the beach. Especially when, one by one, he is joined by hungry (and sneaky!) seagulls. Will Paddington's lunchtime snack be safe?..."--Jacket.

Paddington finds a lost dog. / Paddington attends an air show. / Paddington goes to his first ever rock concert.

Paddington does a wonderful imitation of a black bear. / Paddington is chosen to represent England and run a leg in the Olympic Flame relay, by accident! / Mr. Curry tries to take advantage of Paddington, to his loss.

Paddington takes his first subway ride. / Paddington goes to Japan. / Mr. Curry takes advantage of Paddington's good nature.

Two escaped convicts on the run hide in Mr. Curry's house. / A late night alien movie convinces paddington that Aliens exist. / The Brown's and Mr. Curry get into an argument about their fence.

Paddington decides to try a paw at topiary. / A relaxing sea voyage turns into chaos. / Paddington visits the local television station.

Paddington finds himself in a new career. / Paddington is off to the races! / Paddington celebrates his birthday at an expensive restaurant.