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Home / Shop / Brands / Merrythought / Merrythought Limited Edition Bears / Merrythought XAB18CRMT Edward Bear Christopher Robin’s original
Edward is a simply beautiful replica of the teddy bear who famously inspired AA Milne’s Winnie the Pooh stories. Originally created by Farnell in 1921, Edward is brought to life again by Merrythought as the star of major feature film ‘Goodbye Christopher Robin’.
Purchased from Harrods by Daphne Milne for the birthday of her son, Christopher Robin, Edward bear and his owner formed a unique bond and became the best of friends. However, following a trip to London Zoo, the young boy later renamed his bear after the zoo’s resident black bear Winnipeg, or Winnie for short. Christopher’s father, AA Milne, was enamoured by the wonderful partnership he witnessed between a boy and his teddy bear, and decided to pen stories about their journey through life together.
Hand-crafted in England using the same traditional skills and materials as Christopher Robin’s original Edward bear, this handsome chap features a rich, antique golden mohair coat and sandy-beige pure woollen felt paws. His deep amber eyes show a longing to be loved, which together with a hand-embroidered nose and endearing smile, give him a quintessential charm that can only be found in a teddy bear of such timeless design and heritage. True to the original, Edward also ‘growls’ when tipped.
Recreated by Merrythought as a Special Edition, each Edward bear is individually numbered and presented in a unique ‘Farnell by Merrythought’ gift bag – the perfect companion to take home this Christmas.
Size: Approx. 18in standing
Merrythought teddy bears are designed to be enjoyed by all whether children or collectors. We aim to promote the idea of giving a young child a teddy bear that will become his or her companion for life so a Merrythought teddy bear makes the perfect gift for a grandchild.
Originally Merrythought teddy bears had glass eyes (from 1930 onwards) but our bears are now made with plastic safety eyes. Our teddy bears are safety tested and suitable for children although it is advised that any accessories (such as labels, ribbons, clothing) are removed before giving to small children.
Approx size: 45 (cm)
Suitable for: Collector
We currently use DPD for UK deliveries, they aim to deliver in 1-2 days, delivery to remote areas, during busy seasons and severe weather may take longer.
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We currently use DPD, who aim to deliver in 1-2 days, delivery to remote areas, during busy seasons and severe weather may take longer
Please note someone needs to be to receive the package, or you can select Safe Place, Deliver to Neighbour, or Delivery Date. Please ensure any request is given in ample time to be processed.
We also offer Click and Collect at our Taunton, Somerset Store
Minimum Order Value excluding shipping is £20
We use DPD Road / Air Freight for Europe with estimated 4-8 days for delivery to the following Countries:
For France, Germany, Netherlands, Spain, Ireland, Italy, Austria, Croatia. Estonia, Finland, Hungary, Poland, Portugal, Sweden, Czech Republic, Luxemburg, Slovakia, Denmark, Bulgaria, Greece, Latvia, Lithuania, Romana and Belgium
Minimum Order Value excluding shipping is £20
Recipent will be liable for import duties and taxes as deemed by in country customs
We use DPD AIR Classic Service, 4-8 days, subject to customs to the following countries:
USA, Canada, Hong Kong, Singapore, Australia, New Zealand and Japan
Parcels are subject to maximum size, if more than one parcel is required an additional fee will be required, in this case we will contact you before processing.
Recipent will be liable for import duties and taxes as deemed by in country customs
Minimum Order Value excluding shipping is £20
Hey, if your chosen cuddle is not for you, this is not a problem, you have 30 days from receipt, to send it back to us, at your cost too: World of Bears, 20 Lower middle Street, Taunton, TA1 1SF.
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Elaine and her team at The Gorge Bear Co and World of Teddy Bears would like to extend an invitation for you to visit her and her many beary friends, over eighteen thousand in fact!
Being established since 1999 in Somersets Cheddar Gorge and County Town of Taunton. The Gorge Bear Co and World of Bears are renowned for being the worlds best and biggest teddy bear cuddly soft toy shop most people will have ever visited.
Don’t be surprised if your breath is taken away as you enter either of these shops. There is something suitable for everyone, from young to old, collectible to cuddly soft toys and something for everyone’s budget.
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Lovely gift! Beautiful present at good price!
Great selection good prices!
The bear was for my Great grandson it's his first bear and I'm sure he will grow to love him
Same as above.
Amazing service and helped us out when another company let us down
Love my Bear and Golly set.
Delivery instructions were not followed, birthday missed. I was disappointed and the birthday boy was disappointed too
Lovely bunny, we bought a yellow one two years ago for our grandson and this is ready for his sister
Website easy to use, clear follow-up information by email, and products despatched promptly.
Loved Cinders and will definitely buy more Charlie Bears from World of Bears.
A perfect oldfashion teddy with a lovely story.
09/12/2017