Manchester
Manchester is a key hub in the UK jewellery trade, blending historic roots with a vibrant modern scene. From its jewellery quarter heritage to a growing network of independent retailers, wholesalers, and designers, the city plays a vital role in shaping regional trends and supply chain activity.
Jewellery Focus covers Manchester’s jewellery industry with insights into store openings, local market dynamics, manufacturer updates, and business opportunities for trade professionals operating in and around the city.
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Jun- 2025 -16 JuneRetailers
Wongs Jewellers crowned ‘Best Jeweller’ at West Wedding Awards
Wongs Jewellers has been named best jeweller at the 15th Annual North West Wedding Awards. The news comes as the company plans to expand its footprint with a new store in Manchester later in 2025. The awards, hosted by County Brides, recognise “outstanding” wedding suppliers across the region. This year,…
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May- 2025 -9 MayEconomy
UK footfall jumps 7.2% in April
UK footfall increased by 7.2% in April (YoY), up from -5.4% in March, the BRC has revealed. During the four weeks from 6 April to 3 May, footfall increased across all segments – high street by 5.3%, retail parks by 7.5% and shopping centres by 5.6%. Across nations, footfall also…
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Apr- 2025 -17 AprilAppointments
The Goldsmiths’ Foundation appoints new inaugural director
The Goldsmiths’ Foundation, a non-profit organisation that focuses on advancing creative, technical, and vocational skills, particularly in goldsmithing, silversmithing, jewellery, has appointed Joseph Hallgarten as its inaugural director. With more than 20 years of leadership experience in the non-profit sector, Hallgarten is a respected educator and specialist in education policy…
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16 AprilRetailers
Monica Vinader to open first Manchester boutique
Demi-fine jewellery brand Monica Vinader has announced the opening of its first boutique in Manchester on 2 May 2025. Located at 58 King Street, M2 4LY, the new store marks an important milestone in the brand’s UK expansion, offering an immersive shopping experience for the local community. The decision to…
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Mar- 2025 -19 MarchRetailers
Hancocks unveils bespoke ‘Design Your Own Engagement Ring’ service
Manchester-based independent jeweller Hancocks Jewellers has announced the launch of its exclusive ‘Design Your Own Engagement Ring’ service. The new offering allows customers to create a unique and personal ring, tailored to their vision, whether online or in-store with expert guidance from the Hancocks team. Customers can also explore a…
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Jan- 2025 -22 JanuaryDesigners
Astrid and Miyu to launch first Manchester store
Astrid and Miyu has announced the launch of its first standalone store in the Royal Exchange in Manchester. Located on Market Street in a Grade 2 listed building, the store is set to open on 1 February. The store will house all of Astrid and Miyu’s jewellery ranges, as well…
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Oct- 2024 -28 OctoberDesigners
Marco Bicego partners with Watches of Switzerland Group
Marco Bicego has announced a new retail partnership with Watches of Switzerland Group. As a result, the brand’s jewellery lines will be available in 10 of the group’s multi-brand showrooms Mappin and Webb and Goldsmiths. These will be located in high profile, prominent locations, primarily shopping centres, in cities such…
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Sep- 2024 -3 SeptemberRetailers
Watches of Switzerland on track to deliver FY25 guidance
Watches of Switzerland has stated that trading for the first 18 weeks of the financial year has been in line with its expectations and that the group is on track to deliver its FY25 guidance as it makes progress against its Long Range Plan. Demand for its key luxury brands,…
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Aug- 2024 -22 AugustRetailers
Hancocks Jewellers unveils same sex wedding ring collections
Manchester-based jewellery retailer Hancocks Jewellers has announced the launch of two new wedding ring collections: ‘His and His’ and ‘Her and Hers’. The new collection was introduced after the brand received requests and feedback from many same sex couples. The ‘His and His’ and ‘Her and Hers’ collections are crafted…
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Jul- 2024 -18 JulyRetailers
Sacet launches in five Austen and Blake UK stores
Ethical jewellery brand Sacet has launched in five Austen and Blake stores across the UK. This means Austen and Blake will introduce an ethical range into these five stores for the first time in six years. The Austen and Blake stores, which have introduced Sacet’s range of ethical jewellery collections,…
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