What we do
Do you or your child have a favourite toy who’s just been loved and cuddled that bit too much? A teddy full of holes, a doll with missing limbs, or someone who’s just lost their smile? Leith Toy Hospital can help with all your toy repair needs!
Hundreds of toys pass through the doors of our Leith repair shop every month, with patients traveling from all over the world for our specialist toy repair and restoration services. Our toy restorers’ work ranges from much loved children’s toys to antique bear restoration.
Favourite toys hold many memories and connections to the past, and it can be very upsetting when they become damaged. We know how important it is that they retain the same character and expression, so will make absolutely sure that this is preserved.
Our past patients have ranged in age from 1 to 120 years! They are all treated with dignity and respect, cared for by our team of expert toy restorers. We can do everything from sewing patches to re-building broken limbs, and no job is too big or small.
Channel 5
Toy Hospital
You might recognise our Head Doll Doctor Charlotte Abbott from the new TV show on Channel 5 ‘Toy Hospital’. The show showcases the talent, care and love our restorers give to all our patients. You can watch the show here.
Channel 5
Amazing Cleans
Our Head Doll Doctor, Charlotte Abbott, featured on episodes 3 and 4 of Channel 5’s ‘Amazing Cleans’. You can watch her here bring a new lease of life to some very grubby toys!
Channel 4
steph’s packed lunch
Our business founder, Mari Jones, starred in the unique business market feature on Channel 4’s Steph’s Packed Lunch.
STV
Don’t Waste Scotland
In episode 2 of Don’t Waste Scotland, Sean Beattie came to visit the Leith Toy Hospital. You can watch the episode here on STV.
our happy clients
Ellen Mitchinson26 January 2025Had my late Grandpa's teddy repaired to give to my dad for Christmas. I had the missing glass eye replaced, his crooked neck fixed and stuffed and a full surface clean. I didnt want him to look brand new and so the team were amazing at making sure he was repaired but without losing the vintage teddy character! My dad was so over the moon, a few tears were shed Christmas day! I found the whole experience easy, and the team super helpful and pleasant to work with. Would definitely recommend taking your precious toys there. Thanks again guys!
Misha C.R.22 January 2025What a wonderful place, simply hearing from friends local and abroad about this place, and what they have achieved via their restorers. Once my old toy looks like its passed its due date, I will send it here for it to be restored back to its golden age
fraser dow20 January 2025The repaired a childhood teddy that had been damaged/ripped at the neck and been smoke damaged in a fire. They done a great job, they were incredibly nice people to deal with and the process was straight forward. I would have no hesitation in recommending them to anyone and have already recommended them to a few people. Thanks for your service!
Amelia Huntington12 January 2025Leith Toy Hospital have been amazing the whole process and gave my 20 year old toy the TLC it needed. She has been washed, re-stuffed and repaired where needed without making her look brand new and without losing any character. I can’t thank them enough, I was so worried she was going to fall apart. They were brilliant at keeping me updated throughout the process and sent pictures to check everything was ok before sending her back. The photos don’t do the work justice but it’s brilliant and the patch around the neck where the fur had worn away looks fantastic. I love the personal touch they add with the ‘Return to work’ slip too. Thanks again Leith Toy hospital for all your hard work.
Caroline Neilson1 January 2025Sent my mother’s childhood doll for a stint at the hospital. They fixed a broken finger, reattached her leg and gave her a clean and spruce up. It was a long process, but the team at the doll hospital kept me informed along the way. My mum is so pleased with the result. Thank you to everyone at the Leith Doll Hospital.
Sharon Wilkinson20 December 2024I can't thank these ladies enough.They reconstructed my teddy of 52 years fantastically.They were so patient and friendly and understood exactly what I wanted and what my teddy meant to me.They listened and sympathetically mended my bear.They are so skilled at their job,great attention to detail and are so helpful.They are professional.trustworthy and certainly know their craft...Second to none! Thankyou so much for restoring my childhood years and respecting the importance of my teddy bear x
Alice Pickersgill5 December 2024Leith Toy Hospital restores my faith in the beauty, whimsy, and kindness that is in the world. They did a lovely job restoring a small sentimental Bunny that I sent to them after a rather unfortunate encounter with my Labrador. Communication was great throughout, with a clear price break down on the invoice. He did take a little longer than first expected but this was due to the teams diligence in sourcing the correct materials for the repairs, and the delay was communicated to me. Now Bun is back in time for Christmas 💚
Lesley Dellar4 November 2024The service from Leith Toy Hospital is absolutely amazing. I could not have been happier with the whole experience from start to finish. Thank you so much and keep up the good work. You are brilliant, and I loved the medical certificate that came back with my teddy bear, really made me smile.
Laura31 October 2024Took my lion twins here for a clean and they came out looking good as new! Also they made me feel very relaxed about leaving them, felt they were in very good hands. Thank you.
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