Both groups insist they are open for business online and through their concierge and customer service departments.
Priority is to ensure the safety and wellbeing of its people, says Beaverbrooks managing director Anna Blackburn.
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Family-run jeweller and watchmaker takes top retail award for second year running as the company celebrates 100 years in business.
Jeweller also named as UK's best mid-sized retailer while chairman Mark Adlestone OBE DL and managing director Anna Blackburn named as UK’s Best Leaders.
The family-owned group has been transformed under the joint leadership of chairman Mark Adlestone and managing director Anna Blackburn.
Watches of Switzerland acquires four Rolex doors and Beaverbrooks three.
Proudly serving Middle England customers with jewellery and watches from affordable luxury upwards, four exceptional retail groups competed for this year's trophy.
Watches priced at £299 and upwards will be on sale at seven key Beaverbrooks showrooms.
Mark Adlestone OBE will spend a year in the role supporting and contributing to the voluntary sector and encouraging the growth and development of charities.
The limited edition pieces will not be sold anywhere else in the UK and the quantity is strictly limited to a first come, first served basis.