Warren James

I first came across the Warren James chain here in Blackpool. They have stores all over the country now.


They are basically a good value jewellers and items are priced accordingly. They stock the following types of jewellery:-


precious metals (gold, silver, platinum)
precious metals set with precious or semi-precious stones
precious metals set with lab grown stones (i.e. cz or diamonique)
costume jewellery (this is mostly on display in the stores rather than the display walk way)
men's metal jewellery (stainless steel)


All items are clearly labelled as to exactly what they are and what they are made of. There are no mistakes here. They stock items to suit every pocket. Items start from 1.99 (silver stud earrings) and range upto a few thousand (diamond eternity ring).


The staff are friendly and helpful and once you've chosen you item you go in and the staff will bring the item to the counter to let you see it. If you are happy with the item and wish to purchase it you will be asked if you wish to buy the gift box. This is how they keep their prices so low, i.e. if you are buying a ring, the ring box does not automatically come with it. Gift boxes start from £1.50 and they also do gift bags too which means if you were buying for Christmas you can have it all sorted and wrapped in one trip. Not everyone likes the fact that you don't get the gift box with your item automatically but I think its a good idea as it means if you were choosing somethign for yourself you might not necessarily need a box.


The staff are friendly and helpful and their stuff is fantastic quality. This is a perfect place for special items for presents at a low cost.