F.Hinds Strengthens Community Commitment As It Marks 170 Years Of Trading

F.Hinds, one of the UK’s longest-established family-owned jewellers, has reinforced its commitment to responsible business, community investment and long-term high-street growth following an impressive performance in 2025. Looking ahead, 2026 marks 170 years of trading for the business, which remains under the leadership of sixth-generation members of the Hinds family.

Across its retail estate, including leading outlet brand Chapelle, F.Hinds raised £40,666 for charity in 2025, demonstrating a clear, measurable commitment to ESG values and community engagement alongside commercial growth.

A key focus of the year was the delivery of two national charity partnerships, both of which exceeded fundraising targets. In the first year of its partnership with Dementia UK, F.Hinds surpassed its £10,000 target to raise £14,433, supporting the delivery of frontline dementia care. The business also exceeded expectations in its ongoing support of BBC Children in Need, raising £12,074 to fund essential projects for children and young people across the UK.

Complementing national partnerships, F.Hinds and Chapelle continue to operate a decentralised, colleague-led approach to community giving. In 2025, 84 local charities were supported, all nominated by store teams to reflect the needs of their local catchments. Beneficiaries included hospices, schools, sports clubs, wildlife sanctuaries, and community organisations, delivering tangible social value in every location the brands trade.

Further charitable contributions during the year included Save the Children (£364), Thames Hospice (£4,000) and the Retail Trust (£5,968), underscoring F.Hinds’ support for both national causes and the wider retail sector.

Andrew Hinds, Chairman of F.Hinds, commented:

“Supporting our communities has always been integral to how we operate as a business. I am extremely proud of our teams across both F.Hinds and Chapelle for delivering outstanding results in 2025 - not only exceeding our national fundraising targets, but also driving meaningful local impact chosen by our colleagues themselves. This approach strengthens our culture, our communities, and our partnerships.”

Alongside its community initiatives, 2025 marked a period of continued portfolio investment. The second half of the year saw new store openings and relocations across the F.Hinds and Chapelle estates. F.Hinds saw a return to Aylesbury with a brand new store in Friar’s Square Shopping Centre, and the opening of the business’s second Scottish store in Livingston.

In August, the thirteenth Chapelle branch opened its doors at the new Cotswolds Designer Outlet in Tewskesbury.

Building on this momentum, relocation of F.Hinds stores in Bradford and at Lakeside are scheduled for the coming months, reflecting sustained confidence in physical retail and long-term partnerships with landlords and destinations.

Andrew concluded:

“As we celebrate 170 years as a family business in 2026, we remain focused on sustainable growth, responsible retailing and continued investment in our stores, people and communities. Our heritage gives us a long-term perspective, and we are committed to building value for partners, customers, and future generations alike.”