Historic Chester Jeweller To Close after 112 Years in Same Location

After over 112 years purveying Cheshire’s finest jewellery, owners of historic retailer Waltons of Chester have announced its imminent closure.

The end of the memorable era will be heralded by a spectacular closing down sale starting on Saturday 20th November, which will see stock reduced by 50% including diamond pieces, gold and gemstone jewellery.

Waltons of Chester was founded by Bertram Walton in 1909. The first location to open was the recognisable store at The Cross, which was followed in 1917 by the opening of the Eastgate shop and in 1935 by the Wrexham branch.

Generations of shoppers have headed to Waltons for that special piece of jewellery to mark a significant occasion. For 112 years the award-winning Walton’s team has maintained an enviable reputation for selecting the finest jewellery, gemstones, diamonds, and luxury Swiss watches from across the world to bring to its Cheshire clientele. The much-loved business, which has been frequented by many renowned clients, will be greatly missed in Chester’s city centre.

On one of his visits, Gerald Cavendish Grosvenor, the late Duke of Westminster described Waltons as “a hallmark of excellence in Chester for so many years”.

Presiding over the closing down sale, Managing Director, Richard Hogben has worked for Waltons since 1986 and is a familiar face to many of the store’s regular customers. 

Said Richard: “The announcement of closure marks the end of a long and successful era, and we would like to thank all our customers old and new, and of course the vibrant Chester business community which has always been so incredibly supportive.

“On behalf of the Waltons’ team, I can say that it’s been an absolute privilege and a pleasure to be part of the lives of so many wonderful patrons over the years. We look forward to saying our last goodbyes when customers come along to choose one final piece during our sensational closing down sale.”

Waltons of Chester (Eastgate & the Cross) will be hosting an impressive closing down sale located in the 45 Eastgate Street premises. Over £2 million worth of jewellery will be available in the final weeks of trading and the sale will offer shoppers a final chance to get a peek inside the historic premises, located near the Eastgate clock. Shoppers can make a special purchase from the store’s luxurious ranges of top-quality jewellery, which will be reduced by 50%, including engagement rings, gemstone pieces, diamonds, necklaces, bracelets, rings, and earrings.

The sale launches at 10am on Saturday 20^th November and items will be sold on a ‘first come, first served’ basis.

Waltons of Chester, 45 Eastgate, Chester, CH1 1LR.