I have just visited Leicester Square in central London for the first time in ages and was amazed at the transformation.

The square is most famous for red carpet movie premières and there is now a focal point to sit in the shadows of the flagship cinemas.

There you can sit next to Paddington or Mr Bean as bronze statues of characters that have graced the big screen have been placed strategically around the landscaped circle of seats.

Here are a few that I pictured.