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Wakefields Jewellers reveal plans for expansion

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Laings to open fifth UK showroom in Glasgow

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West Midlands

The West Midlands is a dynamic region for the UK jewellery trade, home to a blend of independent jewellers, manufacturing hubs, and suppliers. With strong local craftsmanship traditions and a growing base of retail innovation, it serves as a key commercial and creative centre outside London. Jewellery Focus covers the West Midlands jewellery scene—including store openings, regional trade events, case studies of standout businesses, and market trends unique to the area.

West Midlands

The West Midlands is a dynamic region for the UK jewellery trade, home to a blend of independent jewellers, manufacturing hubs, and suppliers. With strong local craftsmanship traditions and a growing base of retail innovation, it serves as a key commercial and creative centre outside London. Jewellery Focus covers the West Midlands jewellery scene—including store openings, regional trade events, case studies of standout businesses, and market trends unique to the area.

T.H. Baker launches wedding jewellery hire service

Currently, the service is based at T.H. Baker’s Merry Hill and Warrington branches, though…

Former NAJ president David Doyle dies at 64

He was appointed NAJ president in 2018, a role he held for five years

Gemporia marks 21 years with employee-owned milestone and live events

Employee-owned jewellery specialist Gemporia is marking its 21st anniversary with a series…

Birmingham awarded World Craft City status

Birmingham has officially been recognised as a World Craft City, making it one of just eight…

Swarovski to open new standalone boutique in Merry Hill

Luxury brand Swarovski has announced its return to West Midlands destination Merry Hill with…

Bumper Easter week to boost footfall by +6.6%

Footfall is forecast to rise by +6.6% across all UK retail destinations over the week of…

JQ Diamonds selected for Faberge West Midlands debut

JQ Diamonds has been chosen as the only West Midlands stockist for Fabergé as it celebrates…

Beaverbrooks reports ‘record’ turnover of £225m

National family-owned jewellery, diamond and watch retailer, Beaverbrooks, has announced…

Vacancy rates improve to 13.8% in Q4

The overall vacancy rate improved to 13.8% in the fourth quarter of 2022, which was 0.1…

Birmingham Assay Office teams up with Aston University for KTP

Aston University has teamed up with hallmarking specialists Birmingham Assay Office (BAO)…
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