Welcome to Bear Essentials
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Always aspiring to be the number 1 online supplier in Ireland for Teddy Bears. Delivering Teddy Bears from our Family to your Family, enriching lives and creating lifelong memories since 2000. Shipping from Ireland.

Teddy Bears are a symbol of love, a universal expression of caring and they make a unique personal gift. Some Teddy Bears are highly collectible and might increase in value. We provide you with that special gift. A gift of friendship.

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Welcome to Bear Essentials
Online Shop

Always aspiring to be the number 1 online supplier in Ireland for Teddy Bears. Delivering Teddy Bears from our Family to your Family, enriching lives and creating lifelong memories since 2000. Shipping from Ireland.

Teddy Bears are a symbol of love, a universal expression of caring and they make a unique personal gift. Some Teddy Bears are highly collectible and might increase in value. We provide you with that special gift. A gift of friendship.

Easter comes with Easter Bunnies. Order from our Easter Collection.

FREE Teddy Bear Magazine at checkout, just click the checkbox.

Blog Post Celebrating Easter Traditions

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Delivering Teddy Bears from
our Family to your Family

Easter Bunnies Cute & Cuddly

  • Bashful Stardust Little Bunny
  • Friendly Kanina Tulip Bunny
  • Friendly Kanini Pearl Bunny
  • Bashful Golden Bunny Original
  • Steiff Bunny Hoppi Comforter
  • Bashful Cottontail Original Bunny
  • Beautiful Big Bunny Russell
  • My Best Friend Claudia
  • Ballerina Bunny Lila
  • Charlie Bears Bunny Phlox
  • Large Steiff Hoppie Rabbit
  • Charlie Bears Bunny Floryn

Easter Bunnies Cute & Cuddly

  • Bashful Stardust Little Bunny
  • Friendly Kanina Tulip Bunny
  • Friendly Kanini Pearl Bunny
  • Bashful Golden Bunny Original
  • Steiff Bunny Hoppi Comforter
  • Bashful Cottontail Original Bunny
  • Beautiful Big Bunny Russell
  • My Best Friend Claudia
  • Ballerina Bunny Lila
  • Charlie Bears Bunny Phlox
  • Large Steiff Hoppie Rabbit
  • Bashful Stardust Little Bunny
  • Friendly Kanina Tulip Bunny
  • Friendly Kanini Pearl Bunny
  • Bashful Golden Bunny Original
  • Steiff Bunny Hoppi Comforter
  • Bashful Cottontail Original Bunny
  • Beautiful Big Bunny Russell
  • My Best Friend Claudia
  • Ballerina Bunny Lila
  • Charlie Bears Bunny Phlox
  • Large Steiff Hoppie Rabbit
  • Bashful Stardust Little Bunny
  • Friendly Kanina Tulip Bunny
  • Friendly Kanini Pearl Bunny
  • Bashful Golden Bunny Original
  • Steiff Bunny Hoppi Comforter
  • Bashful Cottontail Original Bunny
  • Beautiful Big Bunny Russell
  • My Best Friend Claudia
  • Ballerina Bunny Lila
  • Charlie Bears Bunny Phlox
  • Large Steiff Hoppie Rabbit
  • Bashful Stardust Little Bunny
  • Friendly Kanina Tulip Bunny
  • Friendly Kanini Pearl Bunny
  • Bashful Golden Bunny Original
  • Steiff Bunny Hoppi Comforter
  • Bashful Cottontail Original Bunny
  • Beautiful Big Bunny Russell
  • My Best Friend Claudia
  • Ballerina Bunny Lila
  • Charlie Bears Bunny Phlox
  • Large Steiff Hoppie Rabbit

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Dinosaurs & Dragons

  • Dinosaur TRex
  • Dinosaur Brontosaurus
  • T-Rex Joshi Baby Dinosaur
  • Bashful Red Dragon
  • Bashful Dino Jellycat
  • Large Jellycat Dexter Dragon
  • Fuddlewuddle Medium Dragon
  • Fuddlewuddle Medium Dino
  • Lavender Dragon Little
  • Jellycat Little Golden Dragon
  • Thaisen T-Rex Dinosaur

Dinosaurs & Dragons

  • Dinosaur TRex
  • Dinosaur Brontosaurus
  • T-Rex Joshi Baby Dinosaur
  • Bashful Red Dragon
  • Bashful Dino Jellycat
  • Large Jellycat Dexter Dragon
  • Fuddlewuddle Medium Dragon
  • Fuddlewuddle Medium Dino
  • Lavender Dragon Little
  • Jellycat Little Golden Dragon
  • Thaisen T-Rex Dinosaur
  • Dinosaur TRex
  • Dinosaur Brontosaurus
  • T-Rex Joshi Baby Dinosaur
  • Bashful Red Dragon
  • Bashful Dino Jellycat
  • Large Jellycat Dexter Dragon
  • Fuddlewuddle Medium Dragon
  • Fuddlewuddle Medium Dino
  • Lavender Dragon Little
  • Jellycat Little Golden Dragon
  • Thaisen T-Rex Dinosaur
  • Dinosaur TRex
  • Dinosaur Brontosaurus
  • T-Rex Joshi Baby Dinosaur
  • Bashful Red Dragon
  • Bashful Dino Jellycat
  • Large Jellycat Dexter Dragon
  • Fuddlewuddle Medium Dragon
  • Fuddlewuddle Medium Dino
  • Lavender Dragon Little
  • Jellycat Little Golden Dragon
  • Thaisen T-Rex Dinosaur
  • Dinosaur TRex
  • Dinosaur Brontosaurus
  • T-Rex Joshi Baby Dinosaur
  • Bashful Red Dragon
  • Bashful Dino Jellycat
  • Large Jellycat Dexter Dragon
  • Fuddlewuddle Medium Dragon
  • Fuddlewuddle Medium Dino
  • Lavender Dragon Little
  • Jellycat Little Golden Dragon
  • Thaisen T-Rex Dinosaur

Our Story

Husband Nico and Anke arrived in Ireland in a small town called Bawnboy in West Cavan in November 1984. They settled in Ireland but found it difficult to buy bears for her 4 children. After designing her own Teddy Bears, Bear Essentials was born. Anke was inspired to enrich people’s lives and create lifelong memories. It was with this in mind that Bear Essentials was established in 2000 as a Craft and Tourism Business. Since its infancy it has become the number one online supplier of Teddy Bears in Ireland. Anke enjoys engaging with people. Bear Essentials are affiliates of some major brands such as Steiff, Charlie Bears, Bukowski Design, Jellycat and others. If there is a country that Ireland can ship too, Bear Essentials will probably have shipped a bear to it. Shipping worldwide is essential for our Teddy Bears, sharing memories always.

Bear Essentials Mission

We aspire to listen, enrich, and connect with our customers, creating a personal Teddy Bear buying experience. Building beautiful, better everyday lives full of family memories. Our value of family, honesty, and friendship is always at the core of our Teddy Bear community, ensuring best quality. Let’s show our happiness and love through hugs. The next best thing to a hug, is always a Teddy Bear. Every person should have at least one Teddy Bear. Time and time again, it is said that dreams, memories, and happiness all come from the love of Bears. We challenge conventional thinking with the knowing that love, memories, and kindness spreads. We assist to spread it worldwide.

Our Story

Husband Nico and Anke arrived in Ireland in a small town called Bawnboy in West Cavan in November 1984. They settled in Ireland but found it difficult to buy bears for her 4 children. After designing her own Teddy Bears, Bear Essentials was born. Anke was inspired to enrich people’s lives and create lifelong memories. It was with this in mind that Bear Essentials was established in 2000 as a Craft and Tourism Business. Since its infancy it has become the number one online supplier of Teddy Bears in Ireland. Anke enjoys engaging with people. Bear Essentials are affiliates of some major brands such as Steiff, Charlie Bears, Bukowski Design, Jellycat and others. If there is a country that Ireland can ship too, Bear Essentials will probably have shipped a bear to it. Shipping worldwide is essential for our Teddy Bears, sharing memories always.

Bear Essentials Mission

We aspire to listen, enrich, and connect with our customers, creating a personal Teddy Bear buying experience. Building beautiful, better everyday lives full of family memories. Our value of family, honesty, and friendship is always at the core of our Teddy Bear community, ensuring best quality. Let’s show our happiness and love through hugs. The next best thing to a hug, is always a Teddy Bear. Every person should have at least one Teddy Bear. Time and time again, it is said that dreams, memories, and happiness all come from the love of Bears. We challenge conventional thinking with the knowing that love, memories, and kindness spreads. We assist to spread it worldwide.

Our Reviews

Bear Essentials
4.8
Based on 104 reviews
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Maire O'Dwyer
Maire O'Dwyer
11:11 12 Jan 24
Anke was amazing. Repaired my childhood teddy and i am delighted with the result. She consulted me about what I wanted... and did a fabulous job. Highly recommendread more
Donna McKenna
Donna McKenna
12:31 12 Oct 23
Anke and her team did an amazing repair job to our much loved Teddy recently. We have one very happy boy again... 💙. Thank you so much 🙌read more
Karin Smith
Karin Smith
12:34 07 Oct 23
I recently sent Wolfgang .. my Vintage German Bear 65 years old to them for some much needed TLC .. They have done a... wonderful job in sympathetic repair for foot pad ... restitching of his right ear and replacement of his Growler .. they even put a stitch in his nose ... all in all a great experience .... would seriously recommend if your bear needs TLCread more
Annette Clarke
Annette Clarke
05:54 02 Oct 23
Michael Bolger
Michael Bolger
13:41 18 Aug 23
Wonderful! Fabulous Selection of Bears.Friendly and helpful Service. Had to go back on our short break.
Elaine Phillips Mangan
Elaine Phillips Mangan
12:02 28 Jul 23
What a wonderful experience we had at Bear Essentials . It is really a special place. For kids & adults!!! Anke was... lovely & gave us lots of time! If in Cavan it’s a MUST VISIT! Elaine & all the gang xread more
Dale Coetzer
Dale Coetzer
19:33 15 Jul 23
Noelle Stapleton
Noelle Stapleton
09:19 21 May 23
Had my 70 year old toy dog repaired, he had a bad leg and practically no fur. He has been beautifully mended and looks... wonderful now while he still retains his old style looks. Thank you Bear Essentials for an excellent job.read more
Mark Urwin
Mark Urwin
13:34 20 May 23
Anke repaired my Teddy Bear which is over 55yrs old. Cleaned him, stitched him and restuffed him. Also got nose repair... and new cardigan. He didn’t lose his original character. Great job and delighted with the outcomeread more
andrew fitzpatrick
andrew fitzpatrick
20:15 07 Feb 23
Repaired the ears on my daughter's very old Ted, efficiently, perfectly, and without fuss. My daughter is very happy. ... I would recommend Bear Essentials.read more
Diane
Diane
14:41 07 Feb 23
5* service from start to finish. Anke was very professional and helpful even suggesting adding a cardigan to protect... the hair on my old ted. . Her shop is well worth a visit if down that way. I noticed she has another venture relating to bears which would be very suitable for a child’s day out.Don’t hesitate contacting Anke to have your bear repaired. Lovely lady and great surroundings.read more
Aisling Orafferty
Aisling Orafferty
15:54 15 Jan 23
Having purchased from Bear Essentials previously, I knew I would get excellent customer service, but I was knocked out... by their brilliant service over the festive season, and prompt delivery. I love the wide ranging variety of bears on offer, and they totally made my Christmas!!!! Ena. 🐻🐻‍❄️read more
Corinne Gibbons
Corinne Gibbons
12:19 18 Dec 22
An absolute great service by Anke & her team. I sent off and received my bear within a week and the quality is untrue.... She can restore any bear and I am forever grateful.The bear I asked her to restore is a Christmas present and our Christmas will be very special now.I highly recommend!read more
yomi. c
yomi. c
03:06 24 Nov 22
I have purchased a uni toys Bernese mountain dog and a Stieff dumbo elephant, the dog is so soft and fluffy, and the... elephant is cute! I love them so much!! The seller is nice, replying emails within a day, the packing is good and I’m so glad that they were shipped to Hong Kong just in 7 days. Would definitely purchase again!read more
Carol Moran
Carol Moran
10:28 08 Nov 22
I sent my teddy who is 60 years old to be repaired. He had lost an eye and needed new stuffing and some stitching done.... He came back brand new, I was absolutely delighted with him. I am giving to my granddaughter for her first Christmas. I highly recommend Bear Essentials.read more
Alison Rawlings
Alison Rawlings
10:06 21 Oct 22
Anke restored Bruno a toy dog that was given to my daughter by my late father over 20 years ago. Anke did an amazing... job with Bruno and my daughter is absolutely delighted. So professional and easy to deal with, would highly recommend.read more
Niamh Gallahar
Niamh Gallahar
17:52 17 Sep 22
Anke & her team did an absolute great job restoring 2 over loved bears for our 10 year old daughters. Cannot recommend... enough the process from start to finish - from how she reassured our daughters that the bears would be looked after, involving them both on what what they wanted done and not done - to the remarkable job in restoring the bears - our daughters were over the moon when they picked them up today. Thank you and it is great to have such a special service in Ireland, when in modern life everything is just thrown away and replaced.read more
Siobhan Kinkead
Siobhan Kinkead
15:11 03 Sep 22
Teddy bear paradise I didn't know which way to look I could've stayed there. Super soft fur on loads of them like... velvet. I wanted them all. This is way better than build a bear and toymaster. Fantastic quality bears. Lovely owners who make you feel at home. I can honestly say I can't wait to come back. Gorgeous shop. Should be everywhere. I really enjoyed my time looking around there.read more
More reviews

About Bear Essentials

Bear Essential was established in 2000 as a Craft & Tourism Business. Since it has become one of Ireland’s leading Teddy Bear Shops online and on site. We stocks famous Brands like Steiff, Charlie Bears, Bukowski Bears and others. Our own Bear Essentials label is Irish made and provides Irish made Teddy Bears and Baby Gifts for you. We have been featured in many publications in Ireland & Germany such as Teddy Bear Times, Irish Tattler, Irish Times and Irish Independent as well as on Irish TV Nationwide and Lesser Spotted Ulster. We assure you of our best services at all times and hope you will find that special Teddy Bear Gift at Bear Essentials Made For Memories.

Our Reviews

Bear Essentials
4.8
Based on 104 reviews
powered by Google
Maire O'Dwyer
Maire O'Dwyer
11:11 12 Jan 24
Anke was amazing. Repaired my childhood teddy and i am delighted with the result. She consulted me about what I wanted... and did a fabulous job. Highly recommendread more
Donna McKenna
Donna McKenna
12:31 12 Oct 23
Anke and her team did an amazing repair job to our much loved Teddy recently. We have one very happy boy again... 💙. Thank you so much 🙌read more
Karin Smith
Karin Smith
12:34 07 Oct 23
I recently sent Wolfgang .. my Vintage German Bear 65 years old to them for some much needed TLC .. They have done a... wonderful job in sympathetic repair for foot pad ... restitching of his right ear and replacement of his Growler .. they even put a stitch in his nose ... all in all a great experience .... would seriously recommend if your bear needs TLCread more
Annette Clarke
Annette Clarke
05:54 02 Oct 23
Michael Bolger
Michael Bolger
13:41 18 Aug 23
Wonderful! Fabulous Selection of Bears.Friendly and helpful Service. Had to go back on our short break.
Elaine Phillips Mangan
Elaine Phillips Mangan
12:02 28 Jul 23
What a wonderful experience we had at Bear Essentials . It is really a special place. For kids & adults!!! Anke was... lovely & gave us lots of time! If in Cavan it’s a MUST VISIT! Elaine & all the gang xread more
Dale Coetzer
Dale Coetzer
19:33 15 Jul 23
Noelle Stapleton
Noelle Stapleton
09:19 21 May 23
Had my 70 year old toy dog repaired, he had a bad leg and practically no fur. He has been beautifully mended and looks... wonderful now while he still retains his old style looks. Thank you Bear Essentials for an excellent job.read more
Mark Urwin
Mark Urwin
13:34 20 May 23
Anke repaired my Teddy Bear which is over 55yrs old. Cleaned him, stitched him and restuffed him. Also got nose repair... and new cardigan. He didn’t lose his original character. Great job and delighted with the outcomeread more
andrew fitzpatrick
andrew fitzpatrick
20:15 07 Feb 23
Repaired the ears on my daughter's very old Ted, efficiently, perfectly, and without fuss. My daughter is very happy. ... I would recommend Bear Essentials.read more
Diane
Diane
14:41 07 Feb 23
5* service from start to finish. Anke was very professional and helpful even suggesting adding a cardigan to protect... the hair on my old ted. . Her shop is well worth a visit if down that way. I noticed she has another venture relating to bears which would be very suitable for a child’s day out.Don’t hesitate contacting Anke to have your bear repaired. Lovely lady and great surroundings.read more
Aisling Orafferty
Aisling Orafferty
15:54 15 Jan 23
Having purchased from Bear Essentials previously, I knew I would get excellent customer service, but I was knocked out... by their brilliant service over the festive season, and prompt delivery. I love the wide ranging variety of bears on offer, and they totally made my Christmas!!!! Ena. 🐻🐻‍❄️read more
Corinne Gibbons
Corinne Gibbons
12:19 18 Dec 22
An absolute great service by Anke & her team. I sent off and received my bear within a week and the quality is untrue.... She can restore any bear and I am forever grateful.The bear I asked her to restore is a Christmas present and our Christmas will be very special now.I highly recommend!read more
yomi. c
yomi. c
03:06 24 Nov 22
I have purchased a uni toys Bernese mountain dog and a Stieff dumbo elephant, the dog is so soft and fluffy, and the... elephant is cute! I love them so much!! The seller is nice, replying emails within a day, the packing is good and I’m so glad that they were shipped to Hong Kong just in 7 days. Would definitely purchase again!read more
Carol Moran
Carol Moran
10:28 08 Nov 22
I sent my teddy who is 60 years old to be repaired. He had lost an eye and needed new stuffing and some stitching done.... He came back brand new, I was absolutely delighted with him. I am giving to my granddaughter for her first Christmas. I highly recommend Bear Essentials.read more
Alison Rawlings
Alison Rawlings
10:06 21 Oct 22
Anke restored Bruno a toy dog that was given to my daughter by my late father over 20 years ago. Anke did an amazing... job with Bruno and my daughter is absolutely delighted. So professional and easy to deal with, would highly recommend.read more
Niamh Gallahar
Niamh Gallahar
17:52 17 Sep 22
Anke & her team did an absolute great job restoring 2 over loved bears for our 10 year old daughters. Cannot recommend... enough the process from start to finish - from how she reassured our daughters that the bears would be looked after, involving them both on what what they wanted done and not done - to the remarkable job in restoring the bears - our daughters were over the moon when they picked them up today. Thank you and it is great to have such a special service in Ireland, when in modern life everything is just thrown away and replaced.read more
Siobhan Kinkead
Siobhan Kinkead
15:11 03 Sep 22
Teddy bear paradise I didn't know which way to look I could've stayed there. Super soft fur on loads of them like... velvet. I wanted them all. This is way better than build a bear and toymaster. Fantastic quality bears. Lovely owners who make you feel at home. I can honestly say I can't wait to come back. Gorgeous shop. Should be everywhere. I really enjoyed my time looking around there.read more
More reviews

About Bear Essentials

Bear Essential was established in 2000 as a Craft & Tourism Business. Since it has become one of Ireland’s leading Teddy Bear Shops online and on site. We stocks famous Brands like Steiff, Charlie Bears, Bukowski Bears and others. Our own Bear Essentials label is Irish made and provides Irish made Teddy Bears and Baby Gifts for you. We have been featured in many publications in Ireland & Germany such as Teddy Bear Times, Irish Tattler, Irish Times and Irish Independent as well as on Irish TV Nationwide and Lesser Spotted Ulster. We assure you of our best services at all times and hope you will find that special Teddy Bear Gift at Bear Essentials Made For Memories.

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