Merrythought Bears and Animals

Which Merrythought Bears and Animals Are Available?

• Paddington Classic Edition: based on Peggy Fortnum's original drawings and hand-crafted in Merrythought's historic Ironbridge factory.
• Edward, Christopher Robin's Teddy Bear: a replica of the bear who inspired AA Milne's Winnie the Pooh stories, and star of the film Goodbye Christopher Robin.
• Winnipeg: inspired by the real Canadian black bear behind Winnie the Pooh, handmade in soft jet-black alpaca.
• Classic bears: Henley in cream mohair with a burgundy bow, the Antique Panda with its racing green bow, and the petite Cheeky Little Crystal, who wears a silver-plated necklace with a sparkling crystal pendant.
• Traditional Collection animals: Milo Monkey, Freddie Fox and Binky Bunny, each presented with a drawstring bag and suitable for children over 36 months.
• Key charms: miniature, fully jointed Antique Panda, Freddie Fox and Binky Bunny bag charms in mohair with 18 carat gold-plated hardware.

What Makes Merrythought Special?

Merrythought is one of Britain's oldest teddy bear makers, and its bears are still hand-crafted in Ironbridge, Shropshire. Each piece is made with natural materials, traditional jointing and careful hand finishing, which gives every bear its own character. That heritage is why Merrythought bears are collected around the world and passed down through families.

The Story Behind Edward and Winnipeg

Christopher Robin Milne's first teddy bear, Edward, was bought for his first birthday and became his constant companion. After a visit to London Zoo, Christopher Robin renamed his bear after Winnipeg, a real Canadian black bear living at the zoo, and his father, AA Milne, went on to immortalise the bear as Winnie the Pooh. Merrythought's Edward and Winnipeg celebrate both sides of that famous story, making them a meaningful pair for Winnie the Pooh fans and collectors.

Are Merrythought Bears Suitable for Children?

Many Merrythought soft toys, including the Traditional Collection animals, are suitable for children over 36 months; please check each product page for age guidance. Collector pieces such as Edward, Paddington Classic Edition and Cheeky Little Crystal are designed as keepsakes for display and are best suited to older collectors.

Are Merrythought Bears a Good Gift?

Yes. A Merrythought bear is a classic gift for christenings, new babies, birthdays and milestone celebrations, and a meaningful keepsake for collectors. Pair one with a Swarovski crystal figurine such as a Swarovski Kris Bear or a Winnie the Pooh figurine for a truly special present.

Why Buy Merrythought from Bluestreak Gifts?

We stock a curated selection of Merrythought bears, animals and key charms alongside our Swarovski gifts, so you can find an heirloom present in one place. The majority of orders are dispatched the same or next working day for fast UK delivery, and you earn reward points on every purchase. For more gift ideas, explore birthday gifts and Swarovski figurines.