So if you have a cuddly pal to cherish, these Sunderland Echo photo memories from 1986 to 2014 might just be up your street.
5. Top times with Millfield teddies
A Teddy Bear's picnic at Millfield Nursery in Bell Street in 2003. | se Photo: TC
6. A bite to eat in Washington
Asda in Washington held a Teddy Bear's Picnic in 2005 and there was party food as well as a chance to meet Pudsey. | se Photo: TC
7. Teddy Bear time in 2005
St Robert's School held a picnic for children from feeder schools in 2005 and here is Catherine Morris with youngsters Emma Wilson, Connor Morrison and Victoria Marshall - plus a teddy or three | se
8. Picnic time for Hylton Castle Primary Teddy Bears
A Teddy Bear's picnic at Hylton Castle Primary School 18 years ago. Looks like they had great fun. | se Photo: AB
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