Dennis' son, Gary Dieu de Bellefontaine, and his wife Mary are currently directors of the business. As we look to the future, Bellefontaines' are now proud to present the third generation of Bellefontaines, Michael, William and Henry. They are currently being trained as they work within the shop.
If for any reason they are unable to answer all of your questions, please do not hesitate to ask to see Mary and she will be very happy to advise you personally.We carry out watch and clock repairs, valuations, jewellery repairs and manufacture. The vast majority of our repair work is carried out on-site in our workshops.
If for any reason they are unable to answer all of your questions, please do not hesitate to ask to see Mary and she will be very happy to advise you personally.We carry out watch and clock repairs, valuations, jewellery repairs and manufacture. The vast majority of our repair work is carried out on-site in our workshops.
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Similar to us Michel Herbelin was established in 1947, when Michel Herbelin was 26, over 70 years later Michel Herbelin is now run by his two Grandsons Maxime & Matthieu Herbelin. Gary is very particular about what watch brands we stock and he has always been impressed by the quality and craftmanship of Michel Herbelin watches.
Gary started coming into the shop with his father Dennis when he was just 13 years old. More years than he'd like to admit later he is an Omega Qualified watch maker as well as a jeweller of over 50 years. Over the years people have brought in all sorts of items for Gary to fix, from the everyday items such as rings, watches and clocks to the more unusual things such as music boxes, glasses and small metal figurines!
Below is the Hallmarking notice. This is to help you understand what your hallmark means. There are some exceptions to this rule which are stated in the table below. Hallmarking is when a sponsor sends an item to an Assay Office to be Assayed. A sponsor isn't necessarily the manufacturer of the item.
Reviews (9)
Steve Slade
Nov 23, 2020
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Chris Hughes
Oct 17, 2020
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Chris Leonard
Nov 23, 2019
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Extremely friendly and knowledgeable staff. I've taken both V expensive items and just costume items in, and on every occasion I can say I've been treated with respect. I've taken a very sentimental watch in when others have said it's not worth looking at as it's a wind up one, and Bellefontaines have come up trumps and their brilliant staff have not only got it working but also charged a good price... I've bought watch straps, writing pen for husband for 25th wedding anniversary, engagement ring plus other items and had items valued and cleaned and I've been happy every time. An independent shop
Sean McGee
Jul 30, 2019
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Had to stop by to get my watch strap changed. The gentleman who served me was so helpful. This is a gem of a jewellers. Its beautifully calm inside with comfy seats and reminded me of how jewellers should be. Plus it's an independent business so should be used. Please please please give them your business.
Liz Slater
Jul 29, 2019
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Always helpful and patient. Has given valuation of items inherited. Never disparaging about small items of cheap jewellery of sentimental value which I have wanted repaired (which some other jewellers have been). Would always try here first. Very reasonable. Interesting information about gemstones on display.
Kim Ford
May 13, 2019
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Siobhan Rowe
Dec 28, 2018
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Just had a new engagement, wedding and eternity ring custom made using the diamonds from my original engagement ring. Fantastic service, very personal compared with high street chains and kept well informed of progress via email. Absolutely delighted with the result and special thanks to Tony for listening to my request and producing exactly what I had hoped for. Thoroughly recommend!
Brian Mcsavage
May 27, 2017
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I decided to buy my girlfriend a promise ring and came to Bellefontaine's to do so, and I'm very glad I did.
The staff I interacted with were polite, friendly and incredibly informative. I had not used many jewelers before hand, but out of all of them Bellefontaine's was far and away the best. I ended up having the ring made by them, and it ended up being even better than I had imagined. It was a beautiful piece, clearly made with skill and care. The engraving was clear and legible, if a bit small. I was kept up to date through the process, and it was completed promptly and within the time frame
The staff I interacted with were polite, friendly and incredibly informative. I had not used many jewelers before hand, but out of all of them Bellefontaine's was far and away the best. I ended up having the ring made by them, and it ended up being even better than I had imagined. It was a beautiful piece, clearly made with skill and care. The engraving was clear and legible, if a bit small. I was kept up to date through the process, and it was completed promptly and within the time frame
Terry Hammond
Oct 02, 2013
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A very friendly family run business. Always my first choice for gifts for my wife or special anniversaries. They stock a wide range of interesting gifts at sensible prices.
The staff are well informed, patient and understanding - nothing appears to be too much trouble. I have yet to leave the shop empty handed.
It is so unusual to experience such care in our modern rush, rush world.
Well done to all.
The staff are well informed, patient and understanding - nothing appears to be too much trouble. I have yet to leave the shop empty handed.
It is so unusual to experience such care in our modern rush, rush world.
Well done to all.
