Meet Little Edward Bear, a traditional handmade British teddy bear by Merrythought. This is a gorgeous small replica of the teddy bear who famously inspired AA Milne's Winnie the Pooh stories. First created by Farnell in 1921, Edward has been brought to life again as the star of the major feature film Goodbye Christopher Robin.

Purchased from Harrods by Daphne Milne for the birthday of her young son, Christopher Robin, Edward Bear and his owner formed a unique bond and became the best of friends. Christopher's father, AA Milne, was so captivated by the wonderful partnership he witnessed between a boy and his bear that he decided to pen stories about their eventful 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, sandy-beige pure woollen felt paws and deep amber eyes that show a longing to be loved. With a finely hand-embroidered nose and an endearing smile, he has a quintessential charm that can only be found in a teddy bear of such timeless design and heritage.

Also available in a full-size Edward Bear at 18 inches tall, with a real "growl".

Little Edward Bear is CE-marked and tested to European and US product safety standards, including EN71-part 2 Flammability. He is suitable for children, although it is advised that accessories (such as labels, ribbons or clothing) are removed before giving to small children.

Size: 28cm (11") tall, with jointed and movable limbs
Composition: Mohair, 100% wool felt paws, bean-filled, plastic eyes
Origin: Made in Shropshire, England

Product Care

Surface washable only. Do not submerge in water. To keep this teddy clean, wipe gently with a damp cloth and allow to dry naturally.

The safety eyes are made of plastic with a washer on the back to keep them in place.

Origin & Sustainability

This beautiful traditional heritage toy is made in Shropshire, England. Our soft toys are handmade in small batches, ensuring exceptional quality while keeping energy use to a minimum. The production facility has been carefully designed to reduce environmental impact, with measures such as LED lighting, a low carbon heating system and lean manufacturing principles.

Minimal waste is generated during production, and all waste is separated for recycling and processed by a UK Environment Agency accredited company, with zero sent to landfill.

By choosing one of our toys, you are supporting sustainable British manufacturing that prioritises both craftsmanship and care for the environment.

Merrythought Little Edward Bear