North Wales
Coverage highlights jewellery trade and retail activity across a region known for craftsmanship, local enterprise, and strong cultural identity. Stories include boutique openings, regional collaborations, and business developments connecting local makers with national suppliers and markets. Content explores how heritage, creativity, and tourism support economic growth and strengthen the UK jewellery industry’s regional presence.
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Jul- 2021 -5 JulyFeatures
Making jewellery on a narrowboat
Trained in horticulture, Rich MacKenzie always envisioned a passion-led lifestyle. Having bought a narrowboat called ‘Bluebell’ in 2017, when the pandemic hit, he and his family made the “best decision” when they decided to live on the boat full-time. Alongside his wife, Jackie, two children, Robbie and Fleur and pets,…
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Dec- 2018 -10 DecemberFeatures
Lowe & Sons reopening – A grand return
“It’s part of the local heritage, and when we closed down I was getting phone calls from Australia, America and France, from clients whose families have been dealing with us for over 100 years,” says Kevin Parry, the newly reinstated part-time manager of the recently reopened Lowe & Sons jewellery…
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Apr- 2018 -5 AprilDesigners
Wartski announces move to new showroom in St James’s Street
Wartski, a antiques dealer specialising in jewellery and works of art by Russian Court jeweller Carl Fabergé, is moving from Grafton Street to a new showroom situated at 60 St James’s Street. The new premises is flanked by heritage brands, Royal Warrant holders and is at the heart of London’s…
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Oct- 2015 -30 OctoberCrime
Four rings stolen from Wrexham Goldsmiths
Four rings have been stolen by thieves from a jewellery store in Wrexham, North Wales. The incident, which happened at around 12:30pm on Thursday, October 29 at Goldsmiths in Regent Street, saw one man waited outside the shop while another entered and asked to see some rings. While examining one…
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Jul- 2015 -23 JulyAppointments
Clogau appointed exclusive distributor of Endless Jewelry in UK and Ireland
Welsh jewellery brand Clogau has been appointed exclusive distributor for Endless Jewelry in the UK and Ireland. Endless is the fastest-growing new jewellery brand worldwide, and in less than two years its range of leather bracelets and charms has entered 24 markets on four continents. Ben Roberts, managing director of Clogau, said: “At Clogau…
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Sep- 2014 -5 SeptemberRetailers
Mococo launches seventh store in Birkenhead
Jewellery retailer Mococo has launched its seventh store in the Pyramids Shopping Centre, Birkenhead. The new store has been officially opened today and a special weekend will be held until Sunday September 7, showcasing the latest designer brands including Chlobo, Thomas Sabo, Diamonfire and Nomination. Those shopping on the opening…
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May- 2012 -18 MayTrade Organisations
New prime warden of the Goldsmiths’ Company
The Goldsmiths' Company, one of the Twelve Great Livery Companies of the City of London, has a new prime warden – Lord Sutherland of Houndwood.
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