Houlden, a leading luxury buying group, has expanded into the Channel Islands for the first time with the addition of Hettich Jewellers as its 30th member. The appointment marks a significant milestone for Houlden during its 50th anniversary year.
Hettich Jewellers, founded in 1900, is a fourth-generation family business based in St Helier, Jersey. Managed by Jeffrey and Nick Chinn, the company has built a strong reputation for fine jewellery, luxury watches, and personalized service. In 2025, the business celebrated its 125th anniversary by opening a new flagship store at 2–4 King Street, an Art Deco-inspired showroom featuring extensive collections and dedicated spaces for prestigious brands like Patek Philippe and Rolex. The company also maintains its historic location at 1 King Street, where it has operated since establishment.
Denise McLaughlin, Managing Director of Houlden, expressed enthusiasm about the new partnership. “We are absolutely delighted to welcome Hettich as Houlden’s 30th Member and our first from the Channel Islands. This is a particularly significant milestone for Houlden in our 50th anniversary year and reflects the continued strength and evolution of our membership.”
“Hettich is an exceptional family business, with a rich heritage, an unwavering commitment to quality and a clear ambition for the future. We look forward to welcoming Jeffrey, Nick and the wider Hettich team into our community and supporting the business as it enters this exciting new chapter.”
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Jeffrey Chinn, Managing Director of Hettich, said, “Joining Houlden is an exciting and important step for Hettich. As a longstanding family business, we greatly value the opportunity to build relationships, exchange ideas and collaborate with other independent jewellers who share our commitment to quality, expertise and exceptional customer service.”
“We are very proud to become Houlden’s first Member from the Channel Islands and its milestone 30th Member. We look forward to playing an active role within the group and contributing to the strength of the wider Houlden community.”
Houlden’s network connects distinguished independent jewellery and watch retailers across the UK and Ireland. Members gain access to shared expertise, commercial opportunities, exclusive events, professional development, and collective support while maintaining their individual business identities.
