Teddy Bear Hospital & Toy Spa
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Teddy Bear Repairs
Make an enquiryOur vintage teddy bear repair service specialises in restoring well-loved teddy bears with expert care.
We carry out everything from minor teddy bear repairs such as replacing missing eyes, repairing broken seams, mending torn paw pads and foot pads, fixing damaged joints, reattaching detached heads, and repairing worn or damaged fabric.
No repair is too small.If your teddy bear has been damaged, the chances are we've repaired something similar before. With years of experience in teddy bear restoration and repair, we can carefully restore your bear while preserving its original character and charm.
Many older teddy bears become floppy as their stuffing naturally compacts after years of love and cuddles. Our teddy bear restuffing service gently restores their shape where it's needed, improves support for the fabric, and brings back that comforting cuddly feel without them being overfilled.
Every teddy bear repair is carried out by hand with patience, expertise, and respect for your bear's history.
Whether it's a family heirloom, a childhood companion, or a treasured collectible, we'll help ensure your teddy can continue to be loved for many more years. 💚 -
The Cornish Toy Spa - Toy cleaning
Make an enquiryTreat your Teddy Bear to a luxurious pamper session in our specialist Cornish Teddy Bear & Soft Toy Spa.
Our professional teddy bear cleaning service is designed for modern soft toys, plush toys, cuddle cushions, and vintage teddy bears, helping them look, feel, and smell their very best again.Years of cuddles naturally leave teddy bears and soft toys with a build-up of dust, dirt, grease, allergens, and bacteria. Our soft toy cleaning service deep cleans to remove ingrained grease & grime, freshens fabrics, and restores softness without using harsh chemicals.
For vintage teddy bears that still have their original fur, we also offer a specialist professional surface clean.
This delicate process removes decades of accumulated dust while helping to discourage moth infestations, preserving your bear's appearance and extending its life.Our teddy bear cleaning process uses mostly plant-based, vegan-friendly, and cruelty-free products, reducing the risk of allergic reactions.
We lift stains where possible, brush out tangled, matted, flattened fur, and restore freshness while respecting each toy's age and condition.They look brighter, feel softer, smell fresher, ready for many more years of hugs.
For modern plush toys, the results can make them almost new again, while vintage bears regain the gentle lustre that makes them truly special. ✨ -
Teddy Bear Restoration / Conservation
Make an enquiryOur antique and vintage teddy bear restoration and conservation service is dedicated to preserving the history, character, and charm of your special bear.
We don't aim to make your vintage teddy look brand new — instead, we carry out sympathetic restoration and conservation so they become the best version of themselves while retaining everything that makes them special to you.Before any work begins, we carefully research your teddy bear to understand its original characteristics, materials, and appearance. This allows us to restore and conserve your bear as accurately and respectfully as possible.
Every repair and restoration is completed by hand using traditional materials and time-honoured methods appropriate to the teddy's age, construction, and condition.
Whatever your bear needs, our focus is always on preserving its original look, character, history and integrity.Our conservation work gently stabilises fragile areas, helping protect your teddy for the future while allowing them to continue being treasured and enjoyed for many more years.
From antique teddy bears to well-loved childhood companions, every teddy bear entrusted to us is treated with patience, care, and respect — just as if they were our own. ❤️
Welcome to Davey Bears
Davey Bears teddy bear hospital in Cornwall is run by me - Angie. I help teddy bears and soft toys from across the UK and around the world. 🌍
At Davey Bears, every bear is treated like my own. From antique heirlooms and vintage childhood friends, to modern plush toys, the aim is to preserve their history, character and charm using 40+ years of sewing and embroidery experience.
🫧 The Cornish Toy Spa – Professional, expert toy cleaning
Professional cleaning — for old and young bears & toys —to remove years of dust, dirt, stains and grime. We use centuries old cleaning techniques, mostly natural products, and methods learnt from years in the textiles industry. Vegan friendly is also available by request. We ARE the best in the business!🪄✨
🧸 Teddy bear repairs & restoration
From torn or moth eaten paw pads to eye replacements, joint repairs and fabric damage, we use sympathetic, traditional techniques and methods using age-appropriate materials wherever possible.
🔍 Every bear receives a careful assessment
Before work begins, we assess each bear’s condition, history and individual needs, and where possible identify its maker to help ensure an accurate and sympathetic restoration.
🛍 Vintage & modern teddy bears for sale
Our shop also offers a carefully curated collection of vintage teddy bears, modern bears and soft toys, chosen for their charm and character.
📍 Based in Cornwall – serving worldwide
All restoration work is carried out by expert, experienced hands in our Cornwall workshop. Visits are welcome by appointment, or bears can be safely sent by tracked post. We regularly welcome teddy bear “patients” from across the UK and overseas.
Whether your teddy needs a simple repair, professional clean, careful conservation or complete vintage restoration, we’ll do everything we can to help them enjoy many more years of love and cuddles.
Fluffy wishes, Angie xx ❤️
Before & After
LOUISE * * * * *
Angie is extremely knowledgeable and talented. She patiently explained the options for my 59 year old bear. I know a huge amount of research went into finding a colour match for the fabric. That's before the painstaking work started to clean and repair him. The result is outstanding and I am very grateful. I highly recommend Davey Bears.
KAREN * * * * *
Ange has done a fantastic job restoring my childhood cheeky bear. She really has brought him back to life and he now has many years ahead of him. I could never have imagined he would look this good. Thank you
ANN * * * * *
Absolutely brilliant personal service from Angie. Angie made a fantastic job of restoring my teddy. Would highly recommend and you (and teddy) will be safe hands if you use her service
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