The Teddy Bear Nurse

Modern & Vintage

Soft Toy

Restorations

Antique, vintage and modern soft animal/bear restorations, alterations and make overs based in North Wales.

The Bearingtons are awaiting their next patients.

Our Reviews

The Teddy Bear Nurse
4.9
Based on 49 reviews
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Kay Butterworth
Kay Butterworth
2023-05-10T16:52:19+0000
I thought my teddy was beyond repair. he was threadbare ..his straw was rotten and he was a grubby brown colour . he... went to the nurse and she made him look amazing.I even shed a tear! the care she gave him was amazing ! the repairs are fantastic. .Good for another 60 years! quick service and a fantastic price ! Highly recommend!read more
Eileen Webster
Eileen Webster
2023-05-06T11:09:59+0000
l was so worried to part with my bear, but knew l had to as he was in a sorry state. He had been by my side 64... years.From the first day I was reassured by the Teddy bear nurse, informed of every stage. My Teddy has been restored, cleaned, new eyes, new paws and a new music box to enable him to once again play Brahms lullaby. Ted arrived home safely with a little friend!! a lovely gesture. Thanks so much the Teddy bear nurse and all your furry helpers. Can recommend highly. Thankyou Eileen and Ted.xxread more
Nigel Daf Davenhill
Nigel Daf Davenhill
2023-04-30T19:42:58+0000
The Teddy Nurse has done an amazing job on my 47 year old childhood teddy bear and his 25 year old teddy dog Cadbury.... Cadbury had a eye missing, the Teddy Nurse gave him 2 new eyes which looked as good as new. Cosmic had toxic stuffing his body was thin and holes appearing. The Teddy Nurse took Cosmics stuffing out, lined his inside, re stuffed him, washed him & fluffed his fur up. He looks amazing, so solid to hold. I had fantastic communication with Teddy Nurse. She went over and above my expectations. Both boys came home with a new outfit, & a message of care advice. I would definitely use her again and highly recommend the Teddy Nurse, Nurse Florence and Doctor Teddington. Your a brilliant, caring team. ❤️read more
Rebecka Blenntoft
Rebecka Blenntoft
2023-04-12T13:59:57+0000
I really can’t express what an amazing service this is. Such care and attention to my much loved bears - you can really... trust that their character will be kept throughout their stay at “hospital “ and really wonderful communication about their history and construction as well. She even recorded the sound of the new “growler” so he’d sound the same as I remembered from years ago. Plus some beautiful new clothes to protect them both, all hand knitted. Would recommend wholeheartedly! Absolutely first class 😊read more
Marlane Buller
Marlane Buller
2023-04-04T14:12:51+0000
Fantastic repair and restoration of a 40 year old bear, I was kept informed of progress throughout the restoration. He... arrived home today with a little friend.read more
Sue Newson
Sue Newson
2023-03-25T12:13:29+0000
Thank you so much to The Teddy Bear Nurse for restoring my childhood ragdoll Jamima to her former glory. I am amazed at... your skill, as well as the kindness and compassion you put into your work, with the colour coordinating heart you put inside with the new stuffing. So thoughtful. I will definitely recommend you to anyone else thinking of getting one of their childhood bears or dolls restored.read more
Kirsty Rain
Kirsty Rain
2023-03-14T15:09:47+0000
I adopted a beautiful little restored bear, i love him. He even came with a surprise friend! What you do is marvellous,... thank you 💕read more
Lorna Flossie
Lorna Flossie
2023-03-09T14:41:14+0000
Wonderful Teddy Bear 🧸 and a very helpful person👍🏻Thankyou 🙏🏻 for Sidney (aka Big Ted) 💚🧸💚Jeremy (left of this... picture) is really happy with the arrival of Big Ted and the little bear too!🙏🏻🧸read more
Maria Louisa Elms
Maria Louisa Elms
2023-03-04T19:32:39+0000
My 53 year old bear is themost important thing in my life as well as my family , he was restored and came home with a... new outfit and a friend, highly recommend her to restore your bears excellent communication and done 100%don't hesitate in sending your in.read more
Zena Walford
Zena Walford
2023-02-18T12:43:53+0000
I can’t thank The Teddy Bear Nurse enough for restoring my 60+ old bear called “Cuddles” he looks absolutely amazing! I... got him back looking very dapper, he’s never worn clothes before. 😂 when I was picking him up I took an unplanned casualty in to her, he was donated to Hospice Charity shop that I work in. He’s a Suki bear and very handsome but his leg was off completely out of the socked (which turned out to be broken) The Nurse asked me to leave him and go and get a coffee and give her 1hr to attend to him…..she fixed his leg and even gave him a brush & tidy. I would give this ladies 5⭐️. She’s a fairy godmother to any bear that needs attention!read more
Zara Peters
Zara Peters
2023-01-24T15:20:52+0000
i sent this angel my sons bear that his brother broke and she has done an amazing job he looks like he used to and even... sent my son another teddy, he is so happy and over the moon. also took less than a week from sending teddy to getting him back so fast and efficient thank you so much you took a very heartbreaking and stressful experience and made it an amazing happy and joyfully experience. 100% will be recommending you to friends and family and will definitely be using your services again 😇🙌🖤❤️read more
Terri Davidson
Terri Davidson
2023-01-20T13:13:51+0000
Gordon is a bear from a military background and became a double amputee following contact with the OC’s Jack Russell.... He’s a limited edition, laying down kind of bear. I didn’t think much could be done for him, his arm fur was in shreds, pads missing/in tatters BUT The Teddy Bear Nurse came to the rescue - did an amazing job repairing him, his ‘scars’ are invisible and he is back to his former self. He returned home with a little friend, to keep an eye on him during his recovery. I really can’t recommend the TBN enough - amazing talent. (Before and after photos included)read more
Danielle Henry
Danielle Henry
2022-12-23T12:56:07+0000
The Teddy Bear nurse did a great job on my daughters two bears. She’s had them for over 10 years. They were pretty... empty, pretty grubby and in need of some TLC. She kept us updated as they were being done because my daughter was very distressed with them not being in her bed!What a lovely meaningful job!read more
Debbi Marco
Debbi Marco
2022-12-05T11:54:20+0000
The Teddy Bear Nurse did a great job mending a very loved bear for my 12-year-old! She kept us up to date through the... whole process and Spare Bear even arrived home with a friend 'Bear Bear' which caused much excitement! Thanks so much!read more
Charlie King
Charlie King
2022-11-21T11:10:00+0000
I contacted them about repairing a unique teddy of mine. we had a couple of hurdles .out of the blue they messaged me... and told me they had found another of the teddy randomly in a charity shop and would send to me for face value.honestly a lovely person, so extremely helpful and genuine. cannot recommend them enough.read more
Julia L-Travers
Julia L-Travers
2022-11-11T14:09:14+0000
Oh my goodness what can I say but a massive big thank you from me and my Ted .Amazing transformation he looks about 20... teddy years younger .I was kept well informed of his progress and I was delighted to receive him back looking fab but having not lost any of his charm and original features .Highly recommend Lucie AKA The Teddy Bear Nurse and will def be using her skills again .Before and after pics attached .read more
Stephanie Giles
Stephanie Giles
2022-11-10T16:14:57+0000
Brilliant repair and restoration on my 23/24 year old alien! Can’t thank the teddy bear nurse enough especially as he... was her first alien and a tricky customer too boot! 👽🫣🤣 had lovely updates throughout the process and a brilliant story about him that I will treasure 💚💙read more
Jasmine Williams
Jasmine Williams
2022-10-06T20:42:16+0000
Awesome repairs made on many bears by the Teddy bear nurse. Well done clever lady, you have helped so many. 🤗🤗❤️❤️🤩🤩
Jen Best
Jen Best
2022-10-04T15:56:51+0000
Highly recommended Lucie and the bears, her attention to detail is magnificent. I believe that this page has had bad... reviews due to an awful torrent of lies. I am an advocate for small businesses and the stories behind the Teddy bears is beautiful. You won't be disappointed 🙂read more
Leigh Purnell
Leigh Purnell
2022-10-04T15:43:17+0000
I have an antique/vintage shop and I always use The Teddy Bear Nurse for any soft toys I need restoring. She is... trustworthy, meticulous in her work and the results speak for themselves. I would highly recommend her to anyone.read more
Tracey Roberts
Tracey Roberts
2022-10-04T15:35:00+0000
The teddy bear nurse took my mums old teddy that I knew and loved from childhood and miraculously made him come to life... again with a sympathetic restoration. We can appreciate him again for many years. Thank you lucie.read more
Linda Hobbs
Linda Hobbs
2022-09-27T13:44:06+0000
Highly recommend Lucie. She does amazing work on restoring and repairing teddy bears & soft plush toys sympathetically.... Lucie Is fast and efficient. Friendly and is trustworthy. Pleasure to do business with you Lucie ♡ Here’s my Chiltern Cubby bear Lucie restored for me. He’s so sweet!!read more
Lynne Best
Lynne Best
2022-09-27T09:35:52+0000
Absolutely love buying from the Teddy Bear Nurse. I've just received Robbie and Jodrell. Very quick postage and lots of... choice. Highly recommendedread more
Lynsey Durham
Lynsey Durham
2022-09-27T09:23:32+0000
Highly recommended, I sent my daughters special rabbit as It was falling apart. Lucie had it looking amazing and fully... communicated with me throughout the process.Thanks again Lucieread more
Fiona VK
Fiona VK
2022-09-26T20:28:29+0000
Lucie is being harassed and bullied by a self-acclaimed singer (albeit completely off-key) called Kathleen Harris. This... is all over Lucie’s request to sing with her partner’s band, which she did so well it upset Kathleen. See her page kathleenharrisofficial where you can see evidence in the shape of posts criticising Lucie. The perpetrator’s equally deranged children, Prestyn Lee Gingell-Harris and Oliver Harris, are now leaving fake reviews on teddy bear restoration sites aimed at Lucie, although this is likely Kathleen herself using their profiles. This lady nor her children have never had a bear restored in their lives and their reviews are fake, aiming at causing harassment and distress to Lucie.read more
Valerie Redding
Valerie Redding
2022-09-01T17:20:36+0000
Excellent communication and prompt attention at The Teddy Bear nurse. Absolutely thrilled with my bear who needed some... TLC after approx 52 years. Thank you so much you’ve done a great job. Alfie says thanks for the Retreat break, he feels years younger!read more
Searchy Joanne
Searchy Joanne
2022-08-27T00:09:01+0000
I know Lucie personally and I have seen her wonderful restoration workshop. She is amazing and takes so much care and... pride in her work. I love going to visit and seeing all the beautiful bears 🐻 she’s restored and the ones waiting patiently for their turn. We’ve also purchased some lovely vintage Teds from her and she’s even blessed my daughter with some free ones. Lovely lady inside and out. You will not be disappointed by her service. ❤️❤️❤️read more
Jenny Bowen
Jenny Bowen
2022-08-23T22:09:33+0000
We are absolutely thrilled with the transformation of our bears Horace and Jim..... The Teddy bear nurse goes above and... beyond. Can't thank her enough and would recommend!!!read more
Missyladyt Slater
Missyladyt Slater
2022-08-23T19:42:36+0000
teddy bear nurse went above and beyond the lovely personal touches she added to the service was amazing. Highly... reccomend very friendly and fast too xread more
Susan Barker
Susan Barker
2022-05-17T06:29:35+0000
Thank you making "Big Ted" just as cuddly as he was 50 years ago. Lucie was extremely quick, reasonably priced and... very helpful.read more
Linda Klein
Linda Klein
2022-05-05T10:38:29+0000
We had the best experience with the Teddy Bear Nurse. She managed to fix my fathers teddy and got him back to us in... less than a week. He looks amazing an I just cannot wait to give it to him for his birthday!read more
Bernadette Coyne
Bernadette Coyne
2022-04-30T12:26:17+0000
I ordered Freddy, 1950s bear, on 27th April and he arrived on 30th April and in immaculate condition. Wonderful... service and highly recommendedread more
Janet Morgan
Janet Morgan
2022-04-23T18:34:16+0000
lovely bear and posted out straight away....would highly recommend 👌
Marsha Dee
Marsha Dee
2022-04-05T10:26:48+0000
I really , seriously recommend this service. If you have a teddy or softie that needs a little tlc this is the place to... send them. My Wee Ted is 61 and he really needed a spa day so I sent him off for some pampering. He’s come back like a new Ted , ready to face another 60 years of adventures and love! We also adopted his twin,Josh, who seems like he’s going to be a cheeky wee chap. Wee Ted was only gone a few days, super service all round. Thank you from the bottom of my heart,Teddy Bear Nurse.read more
Sarah Dove
Sarah Dove
2022-04-04T15:36:51+0000
An amazing experience with the Team - very pleased with the spa treatment and the very careful care of a treasured... companion, totally recommend 5 stars ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Another supremely successful Welsh spa treatment for a very old and much loved companion, the Team were fantastic, totally recommend another 5 stars ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Thank you 😊💕😊read more
Jane Adams
Jane Adams
2022-03-17T17:19:40+0000
Wow wow I’m so delighted by big teddies transformation. Thankyou so much
Debbie Biggane
Debbie Biggane
2022-03-12T23:36:41+0000
Thankyou so much… what a lovely present from my husband and son to have my childhood teddy looking so fabulous!! I... can’t remember when he ever looked so good. Only problem is my son has now stolen him and slept with him every night since we’ve had him back… can I book him in again in another 20-30years?!read more
Heather-Anne Jefferson
Heather-Anne Jefferson
2022-03-09T13:22:54+0000
Teddy Bear Nurse has given Pooh and Barney their old life back. And sent them home with a stowaway 😀. If anyone needs... their teddy rejuvenating Teddy Bear nurse is the person. THANK YOU THANK YOU. 🤗🤗read more
Poppy Redfearn
Poppy Redfearn
2022-03-06T09:26:45+0000
My Ted was covered in tiny holes and was very threadbare and I was very nervous about sending him to be mended. Lucie... was so fast and took so much care with him and I’m so thrilled with the results! She’s even made him another suit to wear to protect against any more holes! Thank you Lucie!read more
Sophie Abrahams
Sophie Abrahams
2022-02-04T22:58:58+0000
Our Ted was old, battered and smelly! The Teddy Bear Nurse worked her magic in just ONE DAY and I collected Ted looking... brand new, with new eyes, ears and mouth and smelling amazing!! He was supposed to be for the shelf, but my son actually took him to bed that night for a cuddle ❤ Thank You Teddy Bear Nurse!read more
Holly Meredith
Holly Meredith
2022-01-17T18:04:40+0000
The Teddy Bear Nurse was very understanding about my Daughter’s Emily’s concerns about having to send her teddy bear... away. She was also able to guide us on what needed to be done for Teddy to have a long and happy life. Excellent communication throughout. Hippy Daisy was a wonderful surprise and has been very much accepted into the family. Thank you so much. Would highly recommend 🧸💕read more
Elizabeth Burr Thomas
Elizabeth Burr Thomas
2022-01-17T17:52:52+0000
It is a big thing to hand over a beloved teddy but Lucie took immense care and communicated well with me throughout.... Whole heartedly recommend the teddy bear nurse. Ten stars if possible 💜💜💜read more
Kate Rideout
Kate Rideout
2022-01-09T14:24:29+0000
I have just received a very old bear called Maude who has been beautifully resurrected by the teddy bear nurse. The... bear, service and even the packaging is first class arriving fully clothed and covered in small hearts. Beautiful! I cannot recommend highly enough. Thank you so much you have made my year!read more
Hana Bloodworth
Hana Bloodworth
2022-01-07T12:23:05+0000
Thank you so much for working so quickly on my little Ted. He’s come back looking a million dollars. Can’t recommend... you enough and will def be back with my others in the future! 🥰🐻read more
Catherine Mulligan
Catherine Mulligan
2021-12-22T00:20:55+0000
The Teddy Bear Nurse brought my childhood bear William back to life. With his head hanging off, his face attacked by... moths and half his stuffing missing, he is now back home and sat on my shelf looking good as new 😍I was kept updated all the way through his spa and treatment, and he was returned with medical notes and after care.. lovely little touch.Thankyou again for bringing him back to life xread more
Wizz Bannan
Wizz Bannan
2021-12-04T12:53:47+0000
Lucie did a fantastic job repairing my mums old bear who had a run in with our dog 🙈She was quick to reply to... messages and the turn around was so quick! We had him repaired and back with us in a couple of days. He looks a million times better, but still looks like his old self. Thanks Lucie!read more
Jon Newbold
Jon Newbold
2021-12-03T12:11:58+0000
Lucie did a brilliant job of restoring my son's teddy bear! Most importantly, she was very friendly, reliable and... always kept me updated with the progress of the work. It was evident that she is extremely passionate and good at what she does!! Thank you Lucie 😁read more
Ruth McLoughlin
Ruth McLoughlin
2021-11-29T13:04:50+0000
The teddy bear nurse did an excellent job of restoring my bear Tobias. He now has hand and feet, where previously his... hands and feet were stitched together due to his pads wearing away. I also found out that he is quite a rare little bear too. Thank you Lucie for giving him a new lease of life. From Ruth and Tobias 🥰read more
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What have the Bearingtons been up too?

The Teddy Bear Nurse

16 hours 37 minutes ago

My latest modification of a Steiff puppet. Fully jointed little bear with no name as yet.
I closed his mouth too as his felt inside had gone.
Personally I think he's much more 'useful' now!

The Teddy Bear Nurse

2 days 4 hours ago

Poor Ducky was savaged by a whippet, his eyes were the super tasty bit apparently.
Luckily he's had nice new ones fitted and is being sent home in this pig suit that I had here to cheer him up!
I think he looks adorable in it!

The Teddy Bear Nurse

2 days 10 hours ago

Well loved bunny 'pinky' preserved for her mum for many more years.
Client wanted original stuffing left in so made it extra tricky lining her delicate skin.
Goes home in a pair of matrons mums dungies. How cute eh?

The Teddy Bear Nurse

5 days 8 hours ago

Yes it is the same bear!

Swooning at this very old Farnell bear I've just carefully restored. Hopefully I've done just enough to keep his ultra charm.

The Teddy Bear Nurse

5 days 9 hours ago

Two newbies are going on the website.
'Woodbine' vintage mohair terrier with neck joint. All original condition. Comes with his cigarette card album that's he's very proud of. £80
'Smarty ' vintage wool felt very well made dainty golly doll bursting with character. Lovely floppy head and feet! Needed a few repairs where he had been savaged by moths! £45

Find them and others on our website Theteddybearnurse.com Or message direct. Prices shown include UK postage.

The Teddy Bear Nurse

5 days 15 hours ago

Nurse Florence is taking her cubs out for some fresh air this morning, but meets two of the orphans looking for homes.
'Don't worry you two, now you are fixed up I'm sure you will find good homes, but your safe here till then' She reassures Gissey and Bazi.

Both available on our website Theteddybearnurse.com Or message us direct.
Bazi Steiff dog £42
Gissey (blue jumper) £45 UK postage included.

The Teddy Bear Nurse

1 week 1 day ago

Some of the finer work goes un noticed, as it should, in a properly restored bear.
Today I've been sorting out a very old previously 'restored' bear. (Not by me)
Thought I'd show you a bit of the other unseen things I do, a before and after on an arm seam.

The Teddy Bear Nurse

1 week 1 day ago

Fredbare, the 70yr old naughty swimming bear now gently restored with new joints and other preservative work while keeping his character using traditional materials and techniques.

Ready to go back to his mum.

Do you need to book your prescious into matrons private clinic? Drop us a message to discuss.

The Teddy Bear Nurse

1 week 3 days ago

Well I've got as much horrid glue off him as I can and fixed him up so he's out playing in the bluebells! With his new lucky four leaf clover collar nurse Florence made him.

Vintage Steiff Basi dax, mohair, neck joint and wired limbs. Stands at 15cm aprox.
£42‼️ including UK postage.

Find him and others on Theteddybearnurse.com Or message us direct.

The Teddy Bear Nurse

1 week 3 days ago

Clients guilty looking bear!
I know his secret now. He's been swimming at some point and ruined his cardboard joints!!!
New ones going in...(wish I could do mine)
Keep old bears away from water....no swimming allowed!

The Teddy Bear Nurse

1 week 4 days ago

Look at little 'Gissey' after his hip replacements and a good spa! Ready for a new home please.

Vintage European ted in handy standing 22cm aprox size, fully jointed original glass eyes, lovely hand knit cable jumper.

Find him, and others, on our website Theteddybearnurse.com for ‼️ £40 including UK postage, or message us direct.

The Teddy Bear Nurse

1 week 5 days ago

Poor vintage Steiff Bazi the Dax has a serious case of glue ear. For homing once cured amd grommets fitted! Lol
Please don't use glue on your steiffs! It's a nightmare to get off.

The Teddy Bear Nurse

1 week 5 days ago

"Charmer" thinks he can talk the birds down from the trees and have them sit with him for tea. Look at that face and you realise why.
Vintage fully jointed mohair bear English made. aprox 1950’s. Glass eyes, mohair paw pads, cuddly feel.
Sits at about 25cm.
Clean tidy mended and ready to charm you to tea and cake.
Only ‼️£60

Find him and others on

Theteddybearnurse.com Or message us direct.

The Teddy Bear Nurse

1 week 6 days ago

Matron has just taken delivery of grandma matrons skilled designer bear hand knits. She's asked for two sizes now. Here we have smaller sized modeled by Treasure, who's awaiting restoration, a 30cm tall bear and larger sized Higgins (for sale) a 45cm bear.

Small £12 each including postage
Large £15 each including postage

Message us direct.

The Teddy Bear Nurse

2 weeks 3 days ago

Big ted and little ted treated and now ready to go back to their mum in hospital. Hope she's feeling as well as these two do now.

The Teddy Bear Nurse

2 weeks 4 days ago

Clients 70yr old Ted given a clean and tidy up, new pads and a bonus neck joint today. He's very happy he can look around now for the first time in his life.

The Teddy Bear Nurse

2 weeks 4 days ago

Sadly matron has only been running on 60% recently due to a traumatic family pet bereavement and has not done her bear of the day, so she's cheating today!
Here's a catch up! Five bears of the day. All reduced for 24hrs and looking to be adopted.

Prices from £25 to £70 including UK postage.

Norris, Pickle, Charmer, Higgins and Sunny all had clinic treatment ready for a hug.

Let's get her head back in the game! Find them on Theteddybearnurse.com to purchase or message matron direct on here.

The Teddy Bear Nurse

2 weeks 5 days ago

TING

Vintage little English mohair 'pram toy' bear. 1940s era approximately.
Vintage glass eyes, new traditional kapok filling. Cleaned and ready to cheer anyone up with his face and little silver bells around his neck. He sits at roughly 17cm.

‼️£43 including UK postage.‼️ message direct or snap him up on the website Theteddybearnurse.com

The Teddy Bear Nurse

2 weeks 5 days ago

A 62 year old Ted is ready for many more years with his mum.
New joints, new Kapok filling, new growler, lining as he was weak were a few of his major jobs.
Resurrected! 🥰 I'm sure these bears smile even though I don't alter the original mouth!

The Teddy Bear Nurse

2 weeks 5 days ago

Matron is asking if you are one of the many who have asked for clinic treatment, yet not got round to parting with your beloved patient, please book them in with her as she's trying to organise her waiting list !!!

The Teddy Bear Nurse

3 weeks 2 days ago

New characters going on the website this morning. Theteddybearnurse.com

Such as DEANO vintage 1960s/70s excellent condition golly. What a happy chappy he is 😁😁 £40 including UK postage

Message us direct or see website to adopt him.

The Teddy Bear Nurse

3 weeks 3 days ago

Busy morning picking up wounded bears at the local big people hospital today for their mum who's having treatment there.
Nurse Florence and Dr Bearington senior strap them in for the journey to the teddy bear nurse clinic.

The Teddy Bear Nurse

3 weeks 6 days ago

Ready for home. Two oldies. German and American bears. Sensitive restoration, clean, mouth, pads and repairs.

The Teddy Bear Nurse

1 month 19 hours ago

Roddys revenge.....

The Teddy Bear Nurse

1 month 19 hours ago

New clients bear arrives🥰