Primrose Hill Residents Protest Paddington Bear-Themed Airbnb

Residents of Chalcot Crescent express frustration over Airbnb's temporary Paddington Bear experience, citing disruptions and commercialization of their neighborhood.

• Airbnb plans a Paddington Bear-themed stay in Primrose Hill to coincide with the release of 'Paddington in Peru'.
• The project involves transforming a house into a replica of Paddington's fictional home for three nights.
• Local residents, including Mary Portas, argue that the initiative disrupts their daily lives and commercializes their street.
• Airbnb has promised a £20,000 donation to the Primrose Hill Community Association as part of the project.
• Some residents appreciate the attention, while others worry about increased tourism and social media presence.

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