About Bear Essentials Ireland in County Cavan 
Moving from Germany to Ireland in 1984 we fell in love with the beautiful countryside of County Cavan, a perfect mix of lakes and mountains. Not knowing that this area beside Marble Arch Caves & Cuilcagh Mountain Park was going to be one of the first Cross Border Geoparks in the world - Marble Arch Caves Global Geopark
Inspired by the hospitality of local people we decided that this was the perfect place to raise our family.
Bear Essentials became part of " living our dream " in 2000 with the opening of our Showroom. Growing up in Germany, where the Teddy Bear Tradition is very strong, has influenced my own designs of handcrafted Mohair Bears.
The Teddy Bear is the first gift we receive and the one we are most likely to keep throughout our life. The Teddy Bear is more than a toy, it is a unique collectible Item, increasing in value and eventually becoming an Heirloom. Never the less he will be a friend for life.
If you want to know more about Anke's Mohair Collector Teddy Bears click here.
To purchase a one-off teddy bear click this link for our online shop.
We are passionate about bears and this passion we like to share with you.
We added different hands-on workshops for adults and children alike to our repertoire. To view our customised workshops go to workshops & events.
With the launch of the Silver Bear Centre in March 2007 by Minister Brendan Smith T.D. we have created a magical and spacious Centre for you to take part in workshops and events.
To hire and make the Silver Bear Centre your own click here.
We are dedicated to help to preserve crafts, heritage and our natural environment and to empower people with knowledge how to do so.