Sunderland
This coverage highlights jewellery trade activity in Sunderland, focusing on the city’s independent jewellers, designers, and retail developments contributing to the North East’s industry growth. Jewellery Focus reports on business openings, local craftsmanship, and community initiatives supporting the region’s creative economy. Coverage also explores consumer trends, training opportunities, and the role Sunderland’s jewellers play in strengthening the UK’s regional jewellery network.
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Aug- 2018 -2 AugustFeatures
Bringing back independence – the Mark Lloyd store
Master goldsmith Mark Lloyd took a risk when he acquired the longstanding H Lamb jewellery shop in Hartlepool. Returning to the establishment where his 30-year career began, the H Lamb jewellery shop was founded in 1873 and had become a well recognised fixture in the local community. Originally set up…
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Dec- 2017 -14 DecemberBrand Profiles
Bringing back independence – the Mark Lloyd store
Goldsmith Mark Lloyd FIPG made a statement when he transformed a jewellery store with a 140-year history into an establishment he believed the jewellery industry craved. He sits down with SHEKINA TUAHENE to explain the reasoning behind the store’s re-branding. Master goldsmith Mark Lloyd took a risk when he acquired…
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Jan- 2015 -21 JanuaryCrime
Getaway car bursts into flames after jewellery store robbery
A getaway car burst into flames and was abandoned moments after a raid on a jewellers in Athenaeum Street, Sunderland. During the robbery, which happened just before 10am on Tuesday January 20, an unknown quantity of cash and jewellery was taken, with one member of staff suffering minor injuries. It…
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