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Caledonian Bears

The Old Smiddy, Neptune's Staircase, Banavie Canal,

Fort William PH33 7NF

Tel: 01397 700520

e-mail: info@caledonianbears.com
website: www.caledonianbears.com

Located in an early 19th century cottage built by Thomas Telford for the servicing of the Caledonian Canal, Caledonian Bears is a friendly, family business that makes and sells specialist Teddy bears. But these are no ordinary bears - they are so well designed and made that they have, since the firm was founded ten years ago, become collectors items, and in some cases valuable family heirlooms. They are hand-made by Cass Macdougall and Morven Mackenzie, and no two bears are the same. Each one is made from the very best of materials with some dressed in tartan, some in Scottish tweed, and some in cosy woollen hats and sweaters.

The bears have featured in Country Living Magazine and Teddy Bear Times UK, and are generating interest among serious collectors. Plus, of course, they make the perfect gift for a loved one or a souvenir of your visit to Scotland. The large, jointed Teddy bears are 18 inches tall and weigh over three pounds. The smaller bears are 16 inches tall and are unjointed, each one having a name such as "Wee Calum", "Wee Bridie", "Wee Shona" and "Wee Jock". Each teddy comes with its own birth certificate. The prices are all surprisingly realistic, and are valuable collectors' items rather than children's toys. For this reason, it is not recommended you buy one as a plaything, as they are not suitable for children.



   

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