NAJ Awards – Workshop of the Year Winner

Lumbers Jewellers has had an exceptionally busy and successful year, to finish the year off in style Lumbers in-house goldsmith, Martine Gregory has gained the business another award, by being crowned ‘Workshop of the Year’ by the National association of Jewellers.

The winners of the 2018 NAJ Awards were announced at the Benevolent Society Ball on 13 th December. The awards are now in seventh year and the sponsors not only support our wonderful industry but also make a fantastic contribution to the Benevolent Society, the charity which supports retired members of the jewellery community, as well the talent of
today by awarding much needed educational bursaries.

Martine was awarded with a fantastic trophy designed by Lorna McNaught from the Birmingham School of Jewellery, it will serve as a fantastic reminder of the tools of our trade and remain a unique memory for years to come. Martine has been the mainstay of the Lumbers workshop and embraces both repairs and bespoke manufacturing with relish. Being
completely self-taught she has worked upon and made some of the finest jewellery sold in the midlands and, indeed, repaired jewellery with Royal provenance.

Managing Director, Dominic Gomersall, commented “We are exceptionally proud of Martine, this is a fantastic accolade which reflects our dedication to making sure that our clients get the best service, from every part of the business. I feel truly blessed to have a loyal employee like Martine, who has worked for the business for 37 years, first for my father,
and now for me.”

Martine would like to thank Lumbers local partners and most of all the loyal customers that visit the store and trust her with their jewellery. Martine has received fantastic feedback and support on social media in light of her award which goes to show her skills and hard work have built a fantastic reputation for the business.

Established by John Lumbers in 1881, Lumbers is proud to be Leicester’s finest and foremost family run jewellers. Starting the business on Loseby Lane, then to Granby Street, then Market Street, and now Leicester’s High Street. The business has followed the ever-changing centre of the city, relocating and keeping up with the diverse cultures that
make the city of Leicester famous. Managing Director, Dominic Gomersall, is the third generation to look after Lumbers and it is wonderful still to see
family businesses thriving amongst the local community within the historic city of Leicester. Home to prestigious watch brands, specialists in engagement and wedding rings and offering on-site repairs and valuations.

Michelle Dilley
Lumbers Jewellers
62-66 High Street, Leicester LE1 5YP
0116 255 1233
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