Bear Essential’s story began back in the early 1980’s
Anke found it difficult to find Teddy Bears for their own 4 children in Ireland. After designing her own 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 , who worked as a social worker in Germany, 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.






