Asquiths Teddy Bear Shop

Asquiths Teddy Bear Shop ASQUITHS was established in 1984 and was one of the World's first Teddy Bear Shop.

25/08/2026

Nearly 100 years apart… and definitely related! 🧸

On the left, a very special original Merrythought dating from around 1930/31, complete with his beautiful golden mohair, glass eyes, original felt pads, early foot label and celluloid Merrythought ear button.

And beside him, his rather handsome modern-day relative!

The new Merrythought Bear Heritage Collection Special Edition has been recreated from Florence Attwood’s original 1931 design, celebrating one of the very first bears in Merrythought’s remarkable history.

Seeing them sitting together is rather magical. So much has changed in almost a century, yet that unmistakable Merrythought character is still there. 🇬🇧🧸

I wonder what the original would make of his rather handsome younger relative?

23/08/2026

A whole pack of bears… and not a single one is the same!

We’ve had these beautiful Catherine Redgate Bear With Me Playing Cards at Asquiths for a little while now, and they have become a firm favourite with teddy bear collectors and bear lovers alike. 🤎

A little Sunday fun .... can you guess what card game our bears are playing in the reel? - Pop your guess in the comments. There may just be a little prize for the first correct answer! 🐻🤫

Every single card features a different hand-drawn bear by Catherine Redgate, so from the very first card to the very last, there’s another wonderful character waiting to be discovered

Ever dreamed of making your own Teddy Bear? Now’s your chance!Join our cosy Asquiths Teddy Bear Making Workshop this Sep...
20/08/2026

Ever dreamed of making your own Teddy Bear? Now’s your chance!

Join our cosy Asquiths Teddy Bear Making Workshop this September/October and learn to create Otto, a traditional jointed mohair bear, made entirely by hand. 🧵✨

Guided by the wonderful Sasha Kleshcheva, a local Teddy Bear artist and our resident Bear Doctor—you’ll learn traditional bear making techniques over 4 relaxing Wednesday evenings.

📍 Asquiths Bearpawium, 26 Hart Street, Henley on Thames
🗓️ November 3rd, 10th, 17th & 24th
🕡 6:15pm–8:30pm
🎟️ Materials, tools, tea & biscuits included!

Perfect for beginners or experienced crafters.

🐻 But be quick— it’s popular!!

18/08/2026

🐻🍂 THE BEAR MONTHS ARE COMING! 🍂🐻

Just 14 days to go until we tumble paws-first into our very favourite time of year…

🧸 SeptemBEAR
🧸 OctoBEAR
🧸 NovemBEAR
🧸 DecemBEAR

Four glorious months of crunchy leaves, cosy jumpers, crisp mornings, hot chocolates, Halloween mischief, twinkly Christmas lights… and, of course, BEARS! 🐻🍁

Who else thinks the BEAR months are some of the loveliest months of the year?

SeptemBEAR’s - are gentle souls who love crunchy leaves and cosy cuddles. 🍂🐻

OctoBEAR’s - are mischievous spooksters with a taste for pumpkin adventures. 🎃👻

NovemBEAR’s - are little firecrackers with toasty paws and sparkling adventure. 🎆🐻

DecemBEAR’s - are jolly little souls full of festive cheer and bear hugs.

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13/08/2026

Meet Merrythough Winnipeg, inspired by the real Canadian black bear who lived at London Zoo and captured the heart of a young Christopher Robin Milne.

Christopher Robin loved Winnie so much that his own teddy bear – originally called Edward Bear – was renamed after her.

That childhood bear would go on to inspire A. A. Milne’s beloved Winnie-the-Pooh stories and today, the original teddy resides at the New York Public Library.

Merrythought’s own Edward Bear is a beautiful recreation of Christopher Robin’s original teddy, while the new Winnipeg pays tribute to the real bear behind that famous name.

Lovingly handmade in England from the softest jet-black alpaca plush, Winnipeg features a fawn-coloured muzzle, embroidered paws, lifelike eyes and the most wonderful expression.

✨ Limited to just 1,926 individually numbered bears worldwide – representing the year Winnie-the-Pooh was first published
Each Winnipeg is presented in a pure cotton dust bag with a Certificate of Authenticity.

A remarkable piece of literary history, beautifully brought to life by one of England’s most treasured teddy bear makers. 🇬🇧🐻

the Pooh

06/08/2026

🌻🐻 Our bears have been busy admiring the beautiful sunflowers popping up around Henley ahead of the Festival of Sunflowers this Saturday, 8th August.

There’s something rather special about a town filled with sunshine-yellow blooms, bringing smiles wherever you look.

If you’re out and about this weekend, keep an eye out for the spectacular sunflower displays and, who knows... you might even spot one of our bears stopping to admire the view. 🌻

So whether you’re looking for bears, admiring the blooms or simply soaking up a little sunshine, we hope these golden giants brighten your day.

After all, every bear knows that happiness grows where flowers bloom. 🌻

04/08/2026

We couldn’t decide... Puppy Tic-Tac-Toe? 🐾 Puppy Connect Four? 🤭 Or a quick chorus of “How much is that doggy in the window?” 🎶 In the end, after much deliberation (and absolutely no self-control), we decided the only sensible option was... a great big cuddle! 🤎

Meet the wonderfully floppy dogs from Teddy Hermann. Made from beautifully soft, swirly plush with gently weighted paws for the cosiest cuddles, they’re impossible not to fall in love with.

Suitable from birth, hand washable at 30°C, and lovingly made by Teddy Hermann – a family company creating exceptional soft toys since 1912, now run by Bernhard Hermann’s granddaughters.

02/08/2026

Oh my goodness... just look at them!

Meet Teddy Baby, Teddy Junior, Teddy Mum and Teddy Dad – a timeless little family with the sweetest, classic Maileg charm.

Each teddy arrives ready to begin their adventures, and the fun really starts when you choose their wardrobe! We have a beautiful collection of outfits for every occasion, from everyday clothes to the cosiest pyjamas, so you can dress each teddy however you like.

Their fully rotating arms make them perfect for storytelling, cuddles and imaginative play, and when the day is done, they can snuggle into their own cosy Maileg beds before hanging tomorrow’s outfit neatly in their beautiful wooden wardrobe.

Best of all, the Teddy Family fits perfectly inside the Maileg Miniature House and can use all the same furniture, opening up a whole world of magical adventures.

We think they’re going to become a firm favourite... and we have a feeling you’ll fall in love with them too. 🤎

28/07/2026

A fresh gathering of Bertrum Muffett Creations has scampered into Asquiths, and some have arrived tucked inside the sweetest little tins with tiny words of wisdom hiding inside the lids.

Two of our favourites...

🤍 “Protect your inner peace & Keep your world small.”

Rather wise for someone who could happily curl up inside a teacup. We think these little mice might just have life all figured out.

Lovingly handcrafted in the heart of Cornwall, every Bertrum Muffett mouse and rabbit is stitched entirely by hand with no patterns, no rules, and heaps of imagination. No two are ever the same, each one is a tiny character with a story all of its own.

Now then... which little philosopher will be coming home with you? 🧀🤎

26/07/2026

🤎 Meet Boots... one of the bears who stole our hearts.

Some teddy bears are simply old.

Others have lived extraordinary lives.

Boots was made in Germany around 1910 and has spent more than 115 years collecting stories. He was once one of the treasured bears belonging to the late Lieutenant Colonel T. Robert Henderson – one of the world’s most respected teddy bear historians and collectors, and a founding force behind the charity Good Bears of the World.

In 1994, Boots appeared in the famous Christie’s South Kensington auction of Colonel Bob’s collection. Thirty years later, we were incredibly honoured to bring him home to Asquiths after purchasing him at the Teddy Bears of Witney Auction.

Today, this wonderful old bear, complete with his much-loved leather boots and well-travelled journey, sits proudly in our Henley shop, where he continues to delight visitors of all ages.

If you’re ever in Henley-on-Thames, do pop in and say hello to Boots.

We think you’ll fall in love with him just as we did. 🤎

Address

26 Hart Street
Henley On Thames
RG92AU

Opening Hours

Monday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Saturday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Sunday 11am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+441491281957

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