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BBC viewers in awe over “incredible” emotional story on The Repair Shop

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BBC viewers have been left in tears over an emotional episode of The Repair Shop.

On Wednesday evening, the exceptionally captivating episode featured Annette, hailing from Northern Ireland, seeking assistance from renowned doll restorers Amanda Middleditch and Julie Tatchell, to revitalize her cherished childhood teddy bear.

Sharing the profound impact the doll had on her, Annette divulged stories from her childhood spent in Northern Ireland during the 1960s, a time marked by conflict known as The Troubles.

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She shared that this doll holds great significance for her. She received it when she turned 11, during the turmoil of 1969 in Northern Ireland.

In tranquil times prior, there was an undisturbed peace where children could revel without fear, even venturing into places deemed unsafe later. However, the onset of the conflicts in Northern Ireland brought about unpredictable bomb threats, rampant gunfire, and tragic deaths of ordinary people solely due to religious differences.

She expressed that her childhood wasn’t particularly joyful, and she often felt afraid. During this time, she relocated to Holland as part of an Irish program in which kids were placed with host families to avoid the turmoil at home.

During her stay in Holland, her gracious hosts presented her with a miniature doll that she’s cherished deeply since then. However, this beloved doll needed a makeover.

Together with skilled carpenter Will Kirk, Amanda and Julie refurbished the doll, exceeding Annette’s high expectations, leaving her utterly amazed when they unveiled their work.

“That’s unbelievable. I don’t know what to say,” she said. “I’m really, really shocked.

People shared their appreciation for Annette on social media platforms, expressing praise for her story-sharing, along with expressing their personal feelings about the moving episode.

One user remarked on the show’s Instagram post, “That’s a heartwarming tale! It seems like she had an incredible journey.

Her story deeply touched me. As children, we don’t perceive differences. It’s mainly as we mature that we learn to recognize them.

Another person commented, “This is truly heartbreaking, but it’s beautiful to see how these kids, despite their different religious backgrounds, stayed together and formed a friendship. It’s such an inspiring tale.

Others enthusiastically called it an “amazing” episode, while some shared their desire to participate in something similar to the program that enabled Annette to relocate to Holland.

One individual expressed enthusiasm, suggesting, “That’s a lovely thought! I’d be delighted to host a child from both Palestine and Israel at my place.

The Repair Shop airs on BBC One and streams on BBC iPlayer.

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2025-04-10 16:49

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