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Please see below testimonals of our excellant online service and of lovely visitors to "The Gorge Bear Co" and "World of Bears".

Hi Elaine, Many thanks for your efficient service. We may be visiting West Somerset again in March so I'm sure my wife will pop in to the shop. Best Wishes, Adrian

Hi Elaine, Just wanted to drop you a note to say I got the Carnie Lion and Winston Dog yesterday and my son is over the moon with them. They are fantastic thank you.

His face was a picture when he saw them. Delivery and service was excellent. I have told my friends if they need anything to check out your website.

Hi Elaine, Many thanks for Shelley the Turtle! My wife is a happy lady and has a new best friend now. Regards JD

Hello Elaine, I just had to write and tell you that Marianne arrived safe and sound and is fully recovered from her journey to Ringwood.

She really is a beautiful Bear and I cant thank you enough for packing her up so well to make her trip comfortable.

Thank you for your lovely letter, I was very touched to get such a letter, you really are the right kind of person to have such a Bear shop!!

I am so impressed with the service you provide and the little touches, it caused quite a conversation when she was collected from the post office.!! Thank you again so much. Happy New year. Best Wishes Jue

Hi Elaine My parcel arrived at my Mum's house at 9.10 this morning! Both the teddy and the husky are beautiful and huge thank you for your prompt service! I don't have many bears as I have just started collecting in the last 12 months but I will definitely put your web site on my favourites.Thank you very much Regards, Julie

Hello. Thank you for "Harvey". He arrived in perfect condition :o)

Hi Elaine, Many thanks for sending those. You have been really helpful and I will make sure that I pass your details on to my friends. Thanks, SB

Hi Elaine we arrived safely but good thing we had each other to chat to as we didn't like being shut up as it seemed a very long journey and we got thrown about a bit. Guess what? We are going to be put in boxes again but hopefully not for long and we've been told we are going to live together with two lovely little girls. We did have a chance to meet some grrrrreat bears as this lady has lots. Have a grrrrrrrrrrreat Christmas love from the two Paddingtons.

Hi! The Wolf arrived and he is lovely, thank you, my daughter will love him. A Hoppy Christmas and a Prosperous New Year! Tessa

hi just to let you know that oskar has arrived safely and hes so lovely! im sure mum is going to love him. thank you for all your help and for getting him here so quickly. merry christmas and a happy new year. KW

There just to let you know the bear is great thank you Mr T H , Happy Christmas and New year

Thanks. Monkeys arrived - Very nice touch with the packing and letter. Great service Happy Xmas

Hi Elaine, Thank you so much for Lambert. My son already has Lambert, he has had him now for just over 2 years, he sleeps with him and takes him everywhere so he is getting a bit old. We did a bit of looking around and your shop is the only place we could find him. Just wanted to let you know that Lambert had a safe trip and will be well loved. Thanks again Rebecca

Hi elaine just to say thanks i got my phantom bear yesterday and ive not put him down since so thank you for the speedy delivery am i ok to cuddle him

hope you and the bears have a magical xmas and all the best for 2008 karen brown

hi there. otter has arrived safe and well and is wonderful. will make alittle girls xmas. thanks again. julie murphy.

Hi Elaine...the cat is gorgeous...you are a star.No doubt you are rushed off your feet at this time of year.Many many thanks. Hope you have a decent break.Happy Christmas and all that stuff from your mad Oxfordshire customer all the best Debbie :-)

thanks elaine

you will be highly recommended have a good one amanda

I didn't stop to say thank you! She is lovely! And arrived safe and well. S

Hi Elaine I received them both on Saturday, they are absolutely gorgeous and can esure you they will be given a very good home.

Thank you so much for the excellent service I have received once again and appreciated the telephone call keeping me uptodate with what was happening.

I am sure you will be hearing from me again in 2008!! I would like to take this opportunity to wish you a Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year. Best Wishes Gill

Hi Elaine I just thought I'd let you know that we received a delivery card for Christopher last Wednesday, although it was Saturday morning before I could get to the Post office to actually pick him up. He was as good as gold in his packaging, and Denise loves him. He's a terrific little bear. Thanks for getting him to us safely. Have a wonderful Christmas. and a great New Year.Neil

Hello Elaine, Just I would drop you a line to let you know that the "Grandpa Bear" from Merrythought arrived last week.

Thanks again and I hope you all have a great Christmas and New Year. Kev Ladner

hello, i received my order and it is great thank you. Thank you. - cs

Thank you very much Strawberry bear arrived safe and well this morning. Thank you ever so much for dispatching it so quickly - my mum will be delighted! Kind Regards Jade Frith

Hi there, Many thanks for your service. The Steiff animals arrived safe and sound today. Brian.

Elaine, Got the bear on Saturday, it's perfect. Really pleased with him, I let my 10 month old son Ben have a little play before I made a half hearted attempt to put him away for Christmas. Kind regards Sarah

Dear Elaine I just wanted to let you know that we have received the Steiff Rupert Bear that you sent us with your letter dated 6/12/07.

He arrived in perfect condition, which im sure was down to him being so well wrapped by yourself. Many Thanks Elaine for all your help. Best Wishes Sharon Matthews

Hi Elaine Pleased to say that the lovely bear arrived safe. Thank you very much. Happy Christmas Sonia

Hi, Just to let you know that Paddington arrived safely and had a jolly good and quick journey. Best Regards, Paul.

Dear Head Bear, I have arrived safe and well, my adopted Mater & Pater are Posy and Benji who care for an extended family, including cousins of mine.

The custodian of all is Alma Nowell. My interim carer wishes I be named, and if acceptable to Head Bear I'm to be called Friedrich III of Bruin, Merry thoughts, Master of Bruin

Hi Elaine, He arrived on Tuesday as promised - thank you! I think I will be visiting your shop soon! Claire

Hi Elaine The bear has arrived safely in Preston-she is lovely! My friend will be so pleased to receive her for Christmas. Many Thanks Angela

Hi Elaine Thank you so much for sending him so quickly. Hasso arrived this morning and he is absoloutly beautiful, so life like. I have two border collies and and that was the reason I decided to buy him, and he is so much like them. many many thanks, Geraldine

Hi Elaine. Grizzly Ted has arrived safely and he's absolutley wonderfull my wife will be very happy on christmas day many thanks to you all at world of bears. Looking forward to buying from you again. Many thanks. Andrew Ferguson.

Dear Doreen, Just to say that Cheeky Bear arrived safely yesterday and I am delighted. He will be a second generation Merrythought bear for my expected grandchild - both my children now aged 42 and 37 still have the Merrythought teddies they were given at birth. Thank you so much, Anthea Whitworth

Hi, My bear arrived safe and sound and is lovely, well worth the wait. Thanks you for you excellent service. Kind Regards Rebecca

hi. just recieved the bears. they are fabalous. will take a while to send photos as we are dressing them in exactly the same outfits as the bride and groom. which will take a while to be made as they are coming from america. thanks zoe

Hi ...The dogs arrived safely after their journey...!! Seriously though I was really impressed with your company... Your website has by far, one of the best collections of soft toys around. Having spent nearly 4 hours trawling the internet, I was very quickly able to see what you had available. Your customer service was excellent, it sounds like a real friendly place to work, the toys are lucky!! Thanks again and good luck with your business. I hope you have a busy Christmas!! Kind regards Alison Huntzinger

Hi Head Bear, Was delighted with recently receibed order from you - my mother in law has claimed the whole order to give as presents so I need to order more. Could you please let me know if the bears in this new order will be with us in time to join in the Christmas festivities? Regards and thanks for your excellent service. Ann

Hi Elaine, Just to let you know that I received a box today containing a Pink Bear that needed a new home. She is absolutely gorgeous. We can't wait to give her to our grandaughter on Christmas Day. She will be a big surprise as we have told our daughter & son-in-law that we have had no luck in obtaining one and they might have to settle for a small Ty bear instead.

Thank you very much for all your help, great communication and fast service with this order.

A very Happy Xmas and New Year to you and all the bears, Bear wishes, Anita

Dear Head Bear, Mouse arrived in Gwynedd today, it was very tired and hungry but after a feed of fresh bread and Cheddar Cheese and a good nap it is now making good progress. Many thanks for your prompt delivery. Will send you photos of its new home soon Regards Mike

DEAR MISS ELAINE, THANK YOU VERY MUCH. WE HAVE RECEIVED THE PARCEL TODAY. TURTLES ARE REALLY WONDERFUL. BEST REGARDS MAGGIE

Hello Elaine, Rupert arrived, he was certainly worth the wait. He is absolutely fantastic - I particularly like how his ears have been set so he looks exactly like the Daily Express illustrations.

Hi Elaine! Key rings have arrived safe and sound today, thanks very much. Vikky.

hey, Just letting you know Rupert arrived in all his glory on Friday! he is absolutely gorgeous and was well worth the wait. he was a gift for my grandmother from myself and my granda (who sadly passed away last month) so being able to give her one last gift from granda was quite an emotional moment for us both. You'll be glad to hear Rupert has gone to a very good home in co. Antrim and will be cherished for a very long time to come! thanks so much! i daresay i'll be in touch again at some stage. Claire

Baby gorilla, Elaine you are totally wonderful thank you! Keith

Hi Elaine,Thanks very much for Rupert he arrived safely and is lovely. Best Wishes , Margaret

Hi Elaine, Just to let you know the Bear arrived today-he is excellent and I know Wendy will be very pleased with him. Thanks for all your help and look forward to further purchases, Kindest regards Dave

Hi Elaine Thanks very much for Rupert he arrived safely and is lovely. Best Wishes Margaret

Good Morning Elaine, Iam so delighted,Dottie has arrived..worth the wait.Thankyou for yourletter that came with the piece a very nice personal touch, most impressed. Have a great weekend and thank you so much. Fond Regards Cathy

Hi Elaine, Just to let you know that the goods have now been received. Many thanks for your help. Regards, John

Thankyou for the great service. Will recommend you to my wife as she is a deb canham member. Rob

Re; wolfs Thanks! We received the first two safely. Thanks for your great customer communication. Amy

My bears (and dragon!) all arrived safely today!! Many thanks, and I love dealing with you all!!

Hi Elaine, Just a quick note from Australia to let you know that the bears arrived safe and sound sound are both in great condition thanks for all your help. Felicity

Hi Elaine, Just to let you know that 'Whittie Owl' has arrived safely and is excellent. Look forward to receiving Knut and will let you know when he arrives. Thanks again for your excellent service. Kindest regards Dave

Hi Elaine, Parcel arrived OK this morning. Arn't they cute! Can't wait to get the other three. Thanks again Pat

Hi Elaine Just a quick email to confirm the 'Turtles in Transit' have been collected safe and sound. Thanks for you help tracking them down and let me know when the hippo has been shipped. Many thanks Lauren

Hi elaine , Karen here ! Just to let you know that my lovely Bear arrived safely today ! Many thanks he really is very handsome and I love him to bits . Thanks again for a great service Karen

Hello Elaine, Just to let you know that both Strawberry Cream and Olivia are now safely

installed in their new home. They are both lovely! I am particularly impressed with the high standard of Charlie Bears, especially given that Archie and Olivia are not even from their mohair range. They represent really good value but please don't tell Charlie Bears or they may put

their prices up!!! I trust all is well with you. Very best regards, Maureen.

Dear Elaine, To confirm that 'Charly Bear' arrived yesterday and he is wonderful, thanks very much for all your efforts. Kind regards Gill

Hi Elaine Bobby arrived safe and sound, hes lovely. Thankyou Di

Hip Hip Hooray! Guess who arrived today! Sundar & Yomiko! They are so adorable! Thankyou so much Elaine! Love Julie P.S. Although we have only spoke on the phone, you seem like a friend to me!!

dear head bear Baby Blue said he had a long jounery and he so glad to be going to bed with me tonight, he likes his new home and is so glad he made the trip. I think he is great and will have him on my bed they is lots of room as it is a double and only me in it. Thankyou you for being so helpfully to mum and I hope to see you next summer Kind regards Heather

Elaine, Thanks so much for your quick response. Your shipping method sounds perfect

then. I am so excited that I found a little Steiff Knut. I am German originally and have been following the real Knut closely. Have a happy holiday season! Kind regards, Johanna

Dear Elaine, This is great from you!!! Thank you! You are the good soul of the store! When do you relax? You work on Sunday; you send your mails late in the evening and the last one came at 0.33 a.m.! I am really impressed! And it calms me to know that the bear doesn´t suffer in the meantime! J

Hi Elaine Many thanks for the Steiff renewal kit which I received last Thursday. Sorry for

the delay in acknowledging but have been away and only got the chance to open it today.

Kind regards Steve

Elaine, That will be perfect and naturally, you have my business. Thanks much, Nancy

My Dear Elaine, Once again your email has made me smile and given happiness to my heart. Thank you so much and keep up your love for bears. Yours with many thanks Hugh

Hi Just to let you know that Finley arrived safely this morning in Dorset. Daughter delighted with him. Many Thanks Carolyne

Hi Elaine, Just to let you know I got the bears yesterday! It was a surprise to have a delivery on a Sunday but at least they got here safe and sound! They are perfect, exactly what I hoped for and more! Thanks so so very much! Louise

Hi Elaine just to let you know she (lladro bear) arrived safely on saturday ! thanks for your updates. regards Donna

Hello Elaine, Just letting you know that the two bears arrived safely today and they are lovely,absolutely gorgeous..Many thanks and I hope to be ordering more Charlie Bears from you in the future. All the best Lisa.

Hi Elaine Goldie has arrived safe & sound. Angela is delighted. Thanks very much. Bruce

Dear Elaine. i just wanted to say a very big thankyou for the quick and speedy delivery and

what a great service you have i would never of thought that i would be buying off the net from a friends daughter i still have the tigger ornament your mum brougt me for christmas a few years ago now how are your mum and dad dont see them really much well thankyou for the lovely gift its beautiful and most kind of you to think of me just having a coffee and looking through the catologue lots of bears in there i ilke anyway i will be doing some more business with you

soon take care Sally

My little Merrythought bear arrived this morning. He really is so cute. Thank you for such prompt service. Susan

Howdy, Everything showed up in good condition. Thank you, Chris

Hi Elaine, the pug dog had a nice and safe journey to Germany and arrived happy today. So is my little one (15 months), he recognized the puggy at once (didn't realize that it is not the riginal one, though) and at the moment they're having their lunchtime nap together. So thanks a lot, everything is really fine! Have a nice weekend! Beate

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Hi Elaine, I got the daisy and archie bears, the childen love them, thank you,J

Furry Greetings, Polar bear arrived safely today, he is so cute we shall leave him asleep, wrap him carefully, ready for our bear mad daughters 21st birthday tomorrow! Many Thanks, IS

I'd like to thank you for all your assitance with my lovely purchases - K

Hi Elaine, Thank you for the lovely surprise xx. It was a lovely way to start a Monday morning, You are a STAR. She is as you say, really cute I am sure she will be happy with her new panda friends. Her little eyes are really hidden in her beautiful fur, she is a little sweetie. Beary hugs, JJ

Thank you, Wee Knut arrived safe and sound

Hi Elaine, Bears duly arrived safely today, they are gorgeous. hope to call in when down your way best wishes, kathy

Hi Elaine, I thought i'd just let you know that Moon Ted was delivered safe and sound yesterday. He was in perfect condition! and handt had any misadventures on his journey, or at least none that he was owning up too. Thanks for getting him here so quickly. Best Wishes N

We received the turtles safely today. Thank you for being so speedy. You made my baby girl very happy! All the best Jessica

Hello again ... Just to let you know I have recv'd the Winnie the Pooh bear ...! thank you ... he is adorable - BD

I just wanted to thank you for helping me continue a tradition. It was wonderful to receive such a lovely service and to find the exact same music box teddy I had on my first Christmas in 1977. My 6-month-old baby girl loves it so much already, it was a wrench to put it away for Christmas. I great to have a(new)old friend back in the family. I am sure I will manage to steal a cuddle from him from time to time. Many thanks again. Mr Evans

hi elaine, just want to thank you for your brilliant service after i ordered my growling bear. He arrived safely today, & is beautiful. Although i had to wait for him, it wasn't so bad as you kindly kept me informed. Shame your service is not found every where i shop. many thanks Sandy

Hi Elaine, Just to let you know we safely received 'Timmy'& 'Tommy' Shecky turtles who

are now cuddling up with their shelly brothers and squirtle sisters! Thanks again Regards as always Mark

Hi Elaine, Thanks, they arrived this morning and are receiving lots of attention! Adeline

Elaine We now have two new cats and one very happy wee daughter. The cats arrived

safe and well this morning. Many thanks, Kirsty

Hello Elaine, I received my Who bear just yesterday, Monday 23 of July, and I think she is so cute!!!! Thanks for all the email up- keep with me, it is greatly appreciated... Hope to do business with you again, your shop seem fabulous and one of a kind and so much of it...Wish I could visit you all!!! Blessings to all, Jo

Elaine, Just to let you know that the Steiff Moon Bear has arrived safely. IT is in fine condition Many thanks J

Hi Elaine, Thats great news! Yes, please can we have two baby Sheckys!

Best wishes as always Mark

Hi Elaine,Just to let you know Winnie arrived safe and sound, he was ringing at my door yesterday morning at 7.10 am. He is really lovely and worth the wait. Many thanks Sandra

Hi Elaine, Just wanted to let you know that bunny arrived this morning in fine shape - my daughter is a very happy girl! Thanks so much for all your help! Best wishes, Paula

Hi Elaine I just wanted to say thank you for the bears, the children loved them

yesterday. Thanks again Joanne

Just a quick email to say I was delighted with your service. Golly 2007 arrived first thing Saturday morning. He is Gorgeous. Thanks again I would recommend you to anyone - Linda

Little Rag Doll arrived today - she is absolutely beautiful - a lovely choice once again. I really appreciate the wonderful service and "personal touch" when purchasing from you - it is very professional and kind. Thanks a million. Anita

HI Elaine, Just to let you know that "Happy Feet" has arrived safely - he is rather lovely, isn't he? The mohair is very unusual but the blue and brown combine really well. Many thanks as always. I don't suppose it will be too long before I'm in touch again - I'm rather weak-willed ! Very bearst good wishes, Maureen

Hi Elaine,Many thanks, have received the 'Turtles in transit'!!! Cheers Mark

Hallo Headbear, Thank you for the two Bunnies. My parents love them. Have a nice day and best regards, Petra.

Elaine, Just to let you know mummy and kids arrived safely today, a little tired from their journey- so have had fish and saucer of milk! have yet to mee the rest of the family, fur will fly im sure ( get a little jealous of new arrivals!) They are lovely, and am sure xxx will be over the moon. Thank you once again and will be in touch in the future In the meantime hope you have a lovely christmas =^. .^= x x x

Goodmorning Elaine. Many thanks for the Steiff membership pack and additional info. First class yet again. Once again many thanks - S

Thank you very much for Eeyore. He has arrived safe and well.May I also thank you for your speedy response and excellent customer care you have shown me during my shopping with you. The personal touch has really been appreciated and I have no heistation to pass on my recommendations to shop with you to my close friends and family.Thank you again and I look forward to doing business with you again. KC

Hi Elaine, Many thanks for your letter regarding the despatch of the bear from the Merrythought maternity unit!! The letter arrived less than an hour before the bear arrived. That was above and beyond the call. Thanks once again Kindest Regards - J

Woodroffe arrived safely this morning. He's now wrapped up and ready for the party. Thanks

Hi Elaine, Just to let you know that Michelle arrived today, safe and sound. She is a gorgeous bear. She has really soft thick fur and the most lovely face!! Thanks very much for getting her for me, I am very pleased with her. Have a great weekend Elaine, bye for now. Geraldine

Hi, I rec'd my bear yesterday, I am delighted with him. I can't wait to see my mums face when she sees him! Many thanks for all your help. -A

Dear Elaine, thank you for the safe delivery of Fiona's dragon "Ladon". It arrived on her birthday as I was ringing her from Australia to wish her "Happy Birthday"! Thank you and we will be using this service again - probably for Christmas presents!! Regards, Anne

Dear Elaine, Winnie arrived this morning safe and sound and very, very well packed. He is a great little bear and am very pleased with him. Many thanks for all your help, regards, Pam

Hi Elaine,Bears received Thursday - excellent service.,Many Thanx,Karen

Dear Elaine, Just received my bear today - she is absolutely wonderful! Will definitely be one of my favorites - she brings back many fond memories of my trip to England a few years ago. Thank you again, you have been a great seller and will definitely buy from you again. Regards,

JR.

Hi Elaine, Arrived safe & well. Settling into my new home in Aberdeen with my new friends. Peter Rabbit

Dear Elaine,I just wanted to say thank you very much for the shelly turtle. It has arrived today. He is fantastic!! I'm sure I'll be ordering many more off you in the future! Thank you again. Emma

Hi Elaine, I received Punkin Rock this morning,thank you ever so much for sending him,he's gorgeous. Hope to see you soon, lots of love, CL

Elaine,Thank-you so much for obtaining 'Lamby' for me.He arrived safely on the 12th as promised and is know living in his new home. I really appreciate you efforts and will surely order from you again!! ( its my little girls first birthday soon !!) thanks again regards FB

Dear Elaine, just wanted to thank you again for the delivery of a superb Steiff bear. Although my daughter is only 1 in a couple of weeks, this is the very special present that her father wanted to buy her as a keepsake and hopefully, to pass on to her children too. He's absolutely gorgeous and will obviously be kept well away from sticky fingers, but if think you've made my daughter happy you have certainly made my husband happier!! Thanks again Regards Fiona

It has arrived safely today, my husband has bought it for my 70th Birthday. We both love this tune.many thanks Betty

Dear Elaine, Thanks for this and The Bear has arrived safely, thank you. Bill & Felicity

Just to let you know that she arrived safely and my mum loves her! thank you so much for sending her to arrive in times for mother's day. i will definately be returning to your fantastic online store. if you weren't so far away i would love to visit your store personally! many, many thanks. lou.

Dear Elaine Thank you very much for all your help, she arrived safe in Aberystwyth this

morning!I'm sure my mum will love it!Thanks again Rebecca

Dear Elaine, we've received the order and I'm very impressed how quick the order was proceed although I ordered from Germany. Very good service, congratulations - I will recommend you in any case! Kind regards, AL

Hi everybody, thank you for everything. The four bears travelled well to Germany and they are now waiting for being unpacked again as a birthday gift. :-) Best wishes Claudis

thanks for the response. LOVE the bear!!! anna :)

Good afternoon Elaine, Hope you are keeping well. Just to let you know I received my Steiff Eyeore yesterday. I am very pleased with him and thanks ever so much for leaving the label on the box and for posting it well packaged in another box. I am most grateful. Thanks a lot. Many thanks for your help. Speak to you soon, Take care Sandra.

Elaine, Thank you for delivering Henry Shutterbear so quickly. He has arrived safely & I'm sure my friend will be thrilled with him. Kind regards, Karen

Hi Elaine,Robbie and Peace have arrived safely thank you very much. All the other bears are showing great interest in them and they are all getting on very well. I think they will be very happy here. They are telling tales of their long journey. I think they will sleep well tonight. Thank you once again. Love Susie

Hi Elaine,Just thought I would let you know I have recieved both gollies, Thank you very much for all your help and well done on an excellent service.Thanks again.Regards,Diane

Hi Elaine Firstly let me say what a delight it has been to deal with your company when

I saw you are based in Taunton it brought back many good memories we spent our honeymoon there and then moved on to work in Newquay. - Mike

Elaine, Many thanks and well worth the wait - she loved the bear! Richard

Dear Elaine, The furry friends arrived this morning, all happy and none the worse for

their journey! Many thanks KP

I came across your site while searching for gift ideas for Easter, and I just have to tell you how GREAT your site is!!!. Although I very much wish at this point, that I had loads of cash so that I could spend spend spend!!! I've ended up viewing your site for absolutely AGES, and despite not getting anything done for several hours, I've had FUN so thank you!!!

Hi Elaine, thank you so much for this lovely bear! He arrived yesterday breathless und tired. A guitar sound came out off the box....and really it sounded like "Money for nothing..."! So what a surprise: it was Mark "Bear" Knopfler in disguise! The whole bear-family gave him a warm and big welcome! Tonight he will play for all of us on his guitar. By the way, his voice is also excellent! As I like the songs and especially the guitar-playing of Mark Knopfler very much, I will name the Guitar Man "Mark". Best beary wishes from Berlin. - B "-Head Bear of about 80 bears-"

Good Morning Elaine, Thank you very much for making sure that Billy Boxer, Marshmallow and Lollipop all arrived safely here in Hawick and I am delighted with them all.

Hiya, just wanted to tell you that Cottontail arrived before 8 this morning with a very amused man due to the "bunny in transit" on the pack.Thank you very much for excellent service! will recommend you to all my friends! Cheers, Kirsti

Hi Elaine, What a lovely bunny Roger is. I collected him today and he is safely home now. I am very pleased with him and I thank you for getting him so quickly for me. Also thank you for the Deans book. Bye for now, G

Hi Elaine, Received my receipts and just had contact with my son in New Zealand-Bear arrived safely and is already joined at the hip to my granddaughter, Many Many thanks, Regards John

Just to let you know the bears arrived today and were fine. They had enjoyed their journey, it was very exciting for them and they lve their new home, Bear Hugs, Margaret

Dear Elaine, Thank you VERY much. I really appreciate it. The Best, W

Arrived safe and well but a bit thirsty. Many thanks for all your efforts Diana B

Lamb has come to my home!h e is so cute! I like him very much. Thank you very much! Sincerely, Kaori Matsumoto

Dear Elaine, Just a brief line of thanks to let you know that the rocking horse arrived

yesterday none the worse for his long journey to Tyneside. He's really lovely and I'm sure my granddaughters will be thrilled with him. Everything went according to plan and I am very grateful to you for your excellent service. You have saved the day for me. Once again many thanks and have a nice relaxing Christmas. Kind regards Gilda

Dear Elaine,Just a quick email to say thank you for all of your help concerning my order from you, of the steiff bear for my granddaughter for xmas. The bear arrived safely on saturday morning. Thank you for all of your help and friendly conversations. I will recommend you in the future. Many thanks. Hope you have a lovely xmas and all the best for the new year. DT

Hi Elaine, the mooses arrived and are currently meeting the rest of the moose family...!! hope business is well. let me know if any mooses need adoption!! good luck with the Christmas rush, Sarah

A quick note from Dorothy, me, Phantom and all the bears at Melton Mowbray to wish you all a Very Merry Christmas and a Prosperous New Year. Best Wishes

Hello Elaine, We received the Phantom bear this afternoon, it is absolutely gorgeous. Thank you for taking care of the bear and making sure he arrived safely, we will give him a good home. Season Greetings Lisa

Thank you for your time and promptness in this matter Happy Holidays Maureen

Thankyou for this He arrived on Wednesday, my mum will love him. Thanks Andy

Elaine, Thank you soooooooooooooo much! Have a great Christmas! Regards, Patricia

Dear Elaine, Thanks - Bear safely delivered - thanks very much - now off to a very loving

home. Chris

Hi Elaine. just to say i received the frog today ok. Baby not arrived yet although i know it will be a boy. Thank you for your kind words and excellent service, i will have no hesitation in ecommending you to my friends and colleagues. Love and best wishes to you for Christmas Howard x

Hi Elaine, Just to let you know that all the bears had a safe journey and have arrived here in France, Thanks for your help - have a good christmas. Kind regards Lynne

Hi, I am so delighted that the bear I ordered less than 24 hours ago has arrived already. I am very pleased with the bear and with your help and service. Many thanks AM-C

Hi Elaine,Just a quick note to let you know the new family member arrived safe and sound. I found no spare fur in the box, so I think any fighting did not reach the hair pulling stage. Bubba is so cute and the resin is beautiful. Catterina has joined the gang who sit on the back of my sofa. Once again thank you. Charlotte. xxx

Hello, Elaine, I wanted to let you know that the "boys" and "grandma" have made the journey across the Atlantic successfully. The postman remarked that he heard a lot of growling coming from the box and that he could smell honey in the back of his truck, but I assured him they were harmless. I will very much enjoy my new friends. Thank you for your help. - CS

Dear Elaine. I received my order of gollies today, everything is ok. Thankyou. Take care. Michael

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Superb bear Mr. Cinnamon EAN038846, very professional sevice,by Elaine an extremely efficient propietor. Would recommend to anyone wishing to purchase a teddy bear. Roger of Plymouth

Just wanted to let you know that the kids arrived in Sunny Southern California safe and sound. They are extremely happy now that they have joined up with Mom and Dad. Thanks for your assistance in making this purchase so care free. Regards, WLH

Hello Mummy-Elaine-Bear, I just wanted to send you a quick note to say that I've arrived safely at my new home. Mr. Postman was very gentle with my bear-carrier box and noted that I was in transit and must be handled carefully. He grinned as he handed me over to my new mummy and left chuckling away to himself, waking me from my long snooze as he did so. Anyway, I've now had my dinner, another short nap, a cuddle from my new mum and met some of my new bear friends. There are quite a lot of bears here and some of the Gund species are very fat so I think they must be well fed. Also, it's even more like home from home as there's a big French Lop boy, Giles, living in the house - just like your Charlie. Even better, Giles has just become a grandfather this morning so there's a lot of excitement here and, I'm told, 5 new baby French Lops - 2 of whom are the same colour as Charlie. I've only been here 2 hours but already I am so settled and feel very welcome. My new mum has also promised me a trip down to Taunton next month for me to choose a a new friend or partner. Thank You for caring for me for the last few weeks and please don't worry about me - I'm going to have a wonderful time here. Love and bear hugs XXXXX - RR

Hi Just to let you know that my order arrived safely and I'm really pleased with them. Many thanks for your assistance Kind regards - V

Both bears arrived safely this morning,many thanks for the surprize! its been a pleasure buying from you and l hope to be back soon to add to my paw prints - CF

I am just writing to say a big thank you for the kind letter and the goodie bag you sent to us Thomas likes the little teddy bear i have put it on my handbag for him. You are such a lovely person and it is always a pleasure to buy something from you i wish all retailers could be so good. It is a shame that i do not live nearby as i am sure that i would love to shop in person.

Can i say that your website is really good and its lovely that you do competitions for the children as it gets them to be creative. kindest regards HF

thenk you for sending Sam to me. This has been a high speed delivery. He just arrived breathless and tired. So he went to sleep as soon as he had said hello to the bear staff.

Sam looks really very cute. I have already got one who is very surprised to see his twin.

My Sam has been last years birthday present, and the reason for joining the Dean's Club.

My dear grand-nice Marie (she made all the paintings for the book about "Alfonzo") felt in love with Sam Sock as she saw him among my bears during her holiday stay at Berlin last week.

She asked for him as a Christmas gift. I told her that it could be hard to get one, but that I would try at Elaine's bear shop. Well again for the quick delivery of Sam Sock! - B

I am writing about the above order placed by me on the 25th of July at about 2.p.m. EDT. Your information states that delivery will be within 10 days. The bear arrived at my address in Canada to-day at 11:30 a.m. EDT.!!!! That is only 4 days for an overseas order!!! Regular mail to and from England usually takes 7 days. We will recommend your company to all of our Canadian and English friends. I am sure that our expected grandchild will love and cherish the Merrythought bear. Thank you for a great bear and fantastic service. Bearfully yours, Bill H

BOTH BEARS HAVE ARRIVED SAFELY AND IN EXCELLENT CONDITION. THE CLICK - A - BEAR IS CERTAINLY A LITTLE DIFFERENT AND SO CLEVER AN IDEA TO USE MAGNETS. THE MUSEUM BEAR IS A LOVELY SHADE OF PINK AND WILL GO WELL WITH MY OTHER BEARS. ALL THE BEST FOR YOUR FORTH COMING EVENTS AND THANK YOU ONCE AGAIN. - J

Quality, excellent communication, excellent delivery, shops excellent, bear paradise - J

Excellent, wide choice and user friendly. Well done - H

Received Bobby Bear Standing EAN 021947 today. He is beautiful. Everything we hoped for and more. The service was excellent. Would recommend anyone to buy from World of Bears. They will certainly not be disappointed. Regards - S

Hi, I used to live nearby and I used to come into your shop all the time. I am emailing you to compliment your website which is wonderful and from which I have just bought a replacement Steiff lamb for my daughter who is so attached to her current one, the thought of losing him is too upsetting to think about! I was also tempted by the girl version and bought her too, hoping she will like her as well. I miss coming into your gorgeous shop and I am thrilled to have found your website....not quite the same as being there, but I know I can rely on you as ever!

Good luck with everything K.B.

Hi Elaine, Bear arrived safely on Saturday and he is so gorgeous - very much worth the wait. Thank you for the goody bag - it really wasn't neccessary but it was a very nice touch! I will certainly bear you in mind for my next bear purchase! Thanks again, - C

Just to say my brass Margarete bear has arrived and will be a lovely birthday present, especially with the Steiff box and bag you kindly enclosed. Thanks for making sure the bear arrived so promptly and at a time when I could be in to collect it, it was much appreciated - N

You have the best uk online selection ive seen!

I bet you are wondering what 'Fishy' means! At 7 pm tonight, a postman from Royal Mail rang the door bell and delivered my birthday present which you had arranged via Merrythought - The Fisherman Golly ordered by Ken Franklin for my belated birthday present.

I am just writing to thank you for your efforts and to let you know that Fishy has made it home at last. S

Thank you very much for the steiff bag ,it arrived today,and for the lovely key ring,my daughter is over the moon,it was well worth the wait,and the key ring is MINE!!!.again thank you.the postie was laughing at the box, the said never seen that before. IC Perth

Hello there, I just wanted to let you know that Betsy arrived safely yesterday! She is a beauty, and I am so glad that I ordered her from you. Your service and communication are just outstanding. The best to you, and I am sure I will be ordering more in the future! - C

I just wanted to say thank you for your help recently, when i ordered a russ bear called Nobbie, he arrived safe and well and is now with some other russ bears so he is quite happy. Iwill be using your services again when my daughter wants another bear to love. many thanks - AC

Hi Elaine, Wow, fastest reply I ever got from the old country... Yup its the same technology that zipped your message here also sent the extra invoice :o) Isn't life grand?The two cheekys are settling in, we love them both, thanks!I doubt however that they'll stay well behaved for long, I catch sinister looks from them every once in a while. We'll see :-) Have a great week! - So

Thank you so much for your assistance and your speedy response:) =- B

Just a note to say thanks for the Melody bears - they arrived safely tday. They're really lovely - one for me and one for my music teacher (she has alot to put up with teaching adults!). She deserves a treat having just got me through my Grade 7 clarinet exam. My mother is pleased with the boxes too!!!! Thanks again, - A

We have received the 2nd Cheeky safe and sound!..Thanks! The two seem to be happier together. Thanks for all your help and kind words. Hope to see your wonderful looking shop someday. :o) Best Regards - S

You may remember that I phoned you a couple of weeks ago regarding a cuddly black cat for my little girl who had lost her kitten just days before. It was her birthday yesterday and she was over-the-moon with the cuddly cat. I showed her your letter and I just wanted to write to thank you so very much for all your time and effort. Her little black cat hasn't left her side and seems to be helping her. Thank you once more, I was really touched by your kindness and hope to be able to use your company again. - EC

Thank you for being so kind and looking for the perfect cuddly kitten for me. He's always by my side and I cuddle him at night. Codey was the most special kitten ever to me and I was crying for weeks and still do but I have to try and move on and my new teddy is helping a lot. I won't ever forget him. Thank you again, this will always be my favourite teddy. Love, Lucy

Cheeky Cream Sensation has settled in very well!!!!! Thanks again for everything, Lots of love, C-L

Thanks for the fast reply! - C

My Tortoise arrived safe and well today, and is now resting after his long journey!! He is lovely, thanks very much - L

Just thought I would let you know that my green teddy arrived safely today - and it was well worth the wait - S

The bear was perfect, she was really pleased. Thanks for all your help - H

Just to let you know the FOB kit arrived safe and sound. Many thanks. Opening up the box of goodies cheered me up. Many thanks for the prompt attention. - DA

Just a quick note to let you know that Mini Humpty and his pal Mini Humpty Golly have arrived here in the States safe and sound after their long journey across the atlantic. They are both in great shape and seem to be looking forward to their new life in America. My wife and I think they are a riot, they will make wonderful additions to my wife's teddy and golly collection. Thank you so much for your quick responses to my emails and for having them in stock when so many other retailers did not have them available. I'm looking forward to making more purchases from you in the future, your kindness and superior service are much appreciated. -FH

I recently placed an order of steiff bears and recieved them today. I am very pleased with the service that I recieved from yourselves & will definately be suggesting you to my friend who also collects steiff bears. I am a new collector so these animals will be a great start to my collection. - FG

My Clown Bear arrived safely this morning - thank you very much for sending him, he is tunning! I am very pleased with him .... Also, thank you so much for sending me the keyring and bag, that was really lovely of you and much appreciated. Thanks again, and hopefully we'll see you soon. - A

Received Amelie today (Saturday) as I had to collect her from the P.O. She was worth the wait! Thanks - J

Dear Elaine,Just a note to thank you for sending our bear, it was great to look around your shops and meet you.Many thanks again and will keep looking at you great web site. Kindest regards - RJ

I'm pleased to announce the gang arrived on Saturday and have made themselves quite at home already! They assured me that they were very good on the way (though they did giggle a lot when they said this!) and join me in saying thankyou for getting us all together.Bye for now! - N

Paddington has arrived at his destination safely. Thankyou for sending him so well wrapped up, we are delighted with him.Best wishes and many thanks - L

Just to let you know I received Cheeky Strawberries and Cream and Bubbles this morning. They are gorgeous and I am very pleased. any thanks for a great service.- H

Madame Rouge Chapeau arrived this afternoon in good order. Many thanks - DA

thanks, you have a great site and I look forward to years of shopping with you ! thanks again, New York - BS

I wanted to let you know that Winnie and his friends arrived safely. Thank you so much. - S

THANK YOU VERY MUCH FOR SENDING ME THIS ITEM FOR IT WAS VERY HARD TO FIND AND I APPRECIATE YOUR ASSISTANCE IN HAVING THIS ITEM IN STOCK.

I CAN HARDLY WAIT TO RECEIVE IT. THANK YOU - JH (USA)

Hello. Just letting you know I received the package. Thanks for being so prompt. James

Thanks for your prompt service - CH

Bear arrived over the weekend, safe and sound, she's GORGEOUS. Many thanks for rescuing christmas! - Liz

Thank you for sending my order of the Steiff Baby Bear so quickly. He is even more cute than I thought he would be. - MB

best place and price, needed for christmas present, it's a fab site! - SS

Well what can I say! Thank you very much for all that you sent both parcels arrived on Saturday. All the new ones are great and they have now joined all our origional ones. Once again it was really appreciated for all the extra that you sent and did.- MS

Thank you for the prompt response to my telephone order, which I made last week to your Wells shop. The postman arrived this morning at 8:00am, (a miracle in itself!!!), just as I was about to set off for work. I had the pleasure of seeing my wife's face as she opened the parcel and saw her surprise present. It made her day and mine. Please pass on my thanks to all concerned. I look forward to doing business with you again in the future. - IS

Cat- baby Felicitas arrived safely this morning. Than you for excellent service. - AC

Paddington arrived yesterday it was really well packaged and the bear was lovely thanks. - HF

Thank you for sending my bears so quickly, they are so cute. Honestly I'm like a big kid.

Thank you once again for such good and personal service. - SS

having looked on the internet your website is the nicest for collectable bears.- HF

I really am amazed at your good and considerate service. - SS

Thank you for all the effort you have put into this order. - M

Thank you for such a speedy response.... - L

Just a note to say thank you!! Had been looking everywhere to find a anniversary present for my partner, soon to be wife, visited your Wells store today, and found the ideal present. You were so helpful in letting me alter my choice, your patience is remarkable. Thank you, I look forward to visiting again. - SK

First of all I would like to congratulate you and your staff on a wonderful shop, I can imagine all the hard work that has gone into it but it has surly paid off. - Over the last few days my other half and myself have done a bear shop safari visiting as many as possible, and we visited quite a few well know ones around London. But yours has beat them hands down.

Well done once again and it was lovely to meet you - JH

Once again thank you for your brilliant service and I will keep checking your site of new arrivals. - GW

Excellent site and excellent service, thank you - CB

Quality, excellent shop, couldn't be better - JH

Lovely website - HF

Website very easy to use - EM

Good Site -AM

Fast access, excellent site - SF

very good website- HH

I have been to your shops in Wells & Cheddar and find you one of the best bear shops in the country. You are cheaper than anyone else!! - CW

I received my Boyds dog, Tucker, this morning and he is lovely. I want to thank you for such a good service.It was so nice to get a personal letter in the parcel as well. I'm already thinking about what to order next! Thank you again. - SS

Just a note to say THANK YOU VERY MUCH!!!!!! My bear tried to arrive yesterday but unfortunately I was at work, so He came at 8.00 o'clock this morning instead. I am over the moon with him, even though I am a very inpatient person he was indeed well worth the wait. Once again thank you for your brilliant service and I will keep checking your site of new arrivals. - GW

Thanks for all you help, much appreciated. - DB

Thanks very much for your help Elaine, I hope to see you at one of the stores when we get back. Taunton will be great for me when it opens as its not too many miles away - G

Thought I would drop you a line to let you know that my bear arrived safe and sound today, and to let you know how pleased I am with him. Thank you for going to so much trouble for me, and there was no extra charge for postage! I couldn't ask for better service. May I wish you every success with the opening of your new shop in Taunton, I am sure I will be popping in there from time to time, and I look forward to receiving your Summer Newsletter in due course. Looking forward to seeing you again in the future. - SB

I just received Tom Thumb about half an hour ago. Its lovely. Thank you very much for a speedy and friendly service. - HW

I would just like to thank you once again for your excellent service. Grandad Bear arrived yesterday morning (as promised in time for Father's day and some) and he is gorgeous. In fact he is so cute one of my twins would not let me have him back. I had to bribe her. Anyway he will be off to his new home tomorrow where he will be surrounded by many other bears and lots of friends. Thank you very very much indeed and I look forward to doing business with you again - CB

Thank you for sending Ping Ping so quickly, and the excellent service. I had to smile at the 'Panda in Transit' - LH

P.J Cuddles arrived safe and sound today thank you very much for your help and fast service.Im sure P.J will be very happy here with the other deans bears. - DG

Just to say thanks once again for fantastic service, the mini message bears arrived safely this morning. - TB

Just to say thanks a bunch for the swift delivery of 'Flaps'. He arrived yesterday, a little tired from the journey but none the less glad to be at his new home. I must say he is rather gorgeous - I had only ever seen internet pictures of him, as none of the 'Steiff' stockists on the High street had him, so I was a little apprehensive as to what he was like 'in the flesh', but my fears were unfounded as the moment I unpacked him, it was a case of love at first sight! - V

Thank you for your excellent service and I look forward to dealing with you again in the future. - V

Message from Golly Boy - Just to let you know that I am happily settled on my Mum's bed with golly girl and we make a very jolly pair!........in fact you could say we were literally made for each other...... Mum has taken us out of our boxes and put them away safely with our certificates. Mum is delighted with me and with the excellent service you have provided. he will recommend you to all her friends! - JS

Take care and thanks again!

Thank you very much for your excellent service. On the two occasions that I have ordered from you your service has been second to none. I look forward to ordering from you again. -CB

You are a star!!!!! Thank you for your prompt service. The pictures are very helpful. I would just like to say this is the second time I have had dealing with you and your help has been wonderful both time- G

I would just like to say this is the second time I have had dealing with you and your help has been wonderful both time.

Just to let you know the Event Bear arrive last week...He was very sleepy as I think he'd eaten all the honey you packed with him in one sitting!! CB

I just wanted to write to thank you very much for managing to get Charlotte B Beezley Bear (and the new catalogue) to me at short notice for my sister's birthday later this week (it arrived yesterday). Your helpfulness and speedy service are much appreciated.- LK

Best Boyds selection, reliable service, keep up the good work! RMc

Thank you for an excellant service! - N

Thank you and all your staff for an excellent service, yours is certainly one of the best services I have used over the internet. Thank you once again. - RP

I just wanted to send this email to thank you for the speedy delivery of the paddington bear I ordered from you. Also a thanks for the seasons greetings card - SA

Just a note to confirm that I have now received my complete order and to say how thrilled I am with everything. - LK

My wife has just interrupted my shower to tell me that she has a "Bear in Transit". Thank you so much for pulling out all the stops and getting it to me before her Birthday. I'm now getting quizzed about quite what sort of bear it is...all I can say is "Wait till tomorrow". Many Thanks - D

Morning Elaine

It was lovely to see you bank holiday weekend you and your staff are always so kind. We loved the Taunton shop, not sure which is the favourite now Cheddar or Taunton, we love our new Hermann Golly, we have decided to call him Jerome. We are hoping to try and come down again before xmas for a weekend, and we will come and see you. Lorriane

Well say Hi to Juile for me she is a sweetheart so so friendly a real credit too your shop , Your shop is Simply the best bear shop ever and you are more than welcome to use any of my comments , i've been telling my friends about you guys too so you might get more customers! - LW

I visited the Taunton shop during whitsun week and just needed to tell you WELL DONE What a fantastic shop, it was a pleasure to visit. I had the morning to spend in Taunton and most of my time was spent in the shop. Beary Wishes Georgina x

I love the website and I have visited the store in Chedder. It was FAB! - LS

Yours is THE BEST bear shop with the niceset people who work there , and we cant wait to come visit you again - LW

Shirley was thrilled to get Coco on Wednesday and has now introduced her to all the other bears!! - P&S

Overwhelming choice - PB

Best and most beautiful bears - TG

Its gorgeous - RL

Great to have one in Taunton - KU

Good range of bears - DM

Excellant range of Steiff - MR

Fabulous array of bears JH

Out of this world - JH

It cant get any better - LG

Thousands to suit everybody - CD

Such a Wonderful Choice of Bears - CD

Has a bear for everyone - AH

My favourite Dream - CM

So Many Smiley faces - AC

Brearylliant - CD

Dream come true for collectors - JK

Great range of Bears - LH

What choice do we make ? - DW

Full of hugsters - AD

Theres a bear for everyone - SW

My favourite bear store - DQ

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