Import/ExportWe regularly receive container loads of rough and semi-precious gemstone products and associated gift items from scources all over the world.
As one of the top importers of these products into Europe we can offer quality at very competitive prices. We have good on-site parking and close access to junction 1 of the M60. |
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Established in 1972, by engineering graduates - twins John Hilton (seen - almost ! - to the left in the photo below) and Peter Hilton - both of whom remain active partners in the business but now ably assisted, in a management capacity, by Helen Hilton (whose custom made gemstone jewellery can be found on this site).
Manchester Minerals (Retail) & Hilton Bros Ltd (Wholesale) are universally recognised as a leading European specialist mail-order supplier of Lapidary and Jewellery-making supplies, crystals and gemstones.
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The business developed from a hobby, in the early 1970's, into a retail business with five stores in the North West of England and Worldwide Mail-Order sales.
Increased purchasing power enabled the Hilton twins to travel the world in search of interesting , competitive and quality products to market. Subsequently a wholesale business was established and this quickly overtook Manchester Minerals as the major player in their field. The retail shops were closed down - with the exception of Stockport - as the wholesale company grew and became the prime scource of supply for many similar businesses throughout Europe. |
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 InternetWe have taken advantage of the rapid increase in internet involvement throughout the World and this site has enhanced our share of the market.
We receive an average of 2 million 'hits' a month on our website !
We use Sage accounts linked to an Actinic on-line trading site that also allows registered wholesale customers to purchase on-line (click on the Hilton Logo link in the left-hand frame).
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 Good Stocks and Fast ServiceWe try to ensure that all the items offered on-line are available ex-stock.
In order to achieve this we use Sage computerised accounting linked to our Actinic powered online store by automated order processing software: We just have to 'pick and pack'.
Orders received before 2.00 p.m. are despatched the same day.
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 | Location
Both our companies operate from a conveniently located modern warehouse unit, with good on-site car parking.
We are adjacent to 'B&Q' & 'Decathlon Sport' Superstores and just about 200 yards from Junction 1 of the M60
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Trading HoursManchester Minerals
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Our retail showroom is open Monday to Saturday inclusive from 9.30 a.m. to 5.00 p.m.
Closed Sundays, Bank Holidays and the week between Xmas and New Year.
Hilton Bros (Lapidary) Ltd
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Our trade counter and warehouse is open Monday to Friday inclusive from 9.30 a.m. to 4.30 p.m..
Closed Saturday, Sunday, Bank Holidays and the week between Xmas and New Year |
Our stock range of nearly 10,000 items (the majority being available through this site) covers hobby and professional requirements for craft/workshop/therapy use. E & O E. Copyright: Manchester Minerals. January 2012
