Watches of Switzerland Company Limited

Reference number: 308710

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Authorised by the FCA

This firm is on the FCA register and authorised to carry out regulated activities.

Identity

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Also trades as 6 other names
  • Goldsmiths
  • Hallmark Claims Services
  • Mappin & Webb
  • Northern Goldsmiths
  • Reid & Sons
  • Watches of Switzerland

Company details

From the company's Companies House record.

Company number
00146087
Company status
Active
Company type
Private limited company
Incorporated
20 February 1917 (109 years old)
Registered office
Aurum House 2 Elland Road, Braunstone, Leicester, LE3 1TT
Nature of business
  • Retail sale of watches and jewellery in specialised stores (SIC 47770)
  • Retail sale via mail order houses or via Internet (SIC 47910)
  • Repair of watches, clocks and jewellery (SIC 95250)

Current directors and secretaries

Name Role Born Appointed
Hugh Brian Duffy Director Jul 1954 12 Feb 2014
Craig Bolton Director Jan 1972 9 Mar 2020
Lars Anders Ragnar Romberg Director Jun 1963 12 May 2023
Laura Battley Secretary Not published 15 Mar 2021

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Activities and protection

What they can do, and how you are protected

  • Give regulated advice FSCS may apply
    A claim for unsuitable advice is itself FSCS-protected, up to the limit that applies to the product you were advised on.
  • Manage or trade investments FSCS may apply
    Eligible investment and pension claims are typically FSCS-protected up to £85,000 per person, depending on the product and your circumstances.
  • Sell or arrange insurance FSCS may apply
    Eligible insurance claims may be FSCS-protected, often 90%, or 100% for compulsory or long-term cover.
  • Lend or arrange credit No FSCS cover
    Consumer credit is not covered by the FSCS, so there is no compensation scheme if the firm fails.

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  • Advising on investments (except on Pension Transfers and Pension Opt Outs)
  • Arranging (bringing about) deals in investments
  • Assisting in the administration and performance of a contract of insurance
  • Credit Broking
  • Dealing in investments as agent
  • Making arrangements with a view to transactions in investments

Complaints: You can refer a complaint about this firm to the Financial Ombudsman Service for free, whichever activity it relates to.

Track record

FCA actions and complaints

No FCA disciplinary action, and no complaints recorded with the Ombudsman.

Previously registered as

The FCA register holds 2 earlier registered names for this firm. A registered name changes when a firm rebrands, and a partnership's changes whenever its partners do.

  • Aurum Group Limited
  • Goldsmiths Plc

Names it no longer trades under

This firm has retired 17 trading names. If you were contacted under one of these, the name did belong to this firm, but check the current details above before going ahead.

Show the retired names
  • Alfred Chillcott & Co
  • Amor Boutique
  • boutique.GOLDSMITHS
  • Breitling
  • F K Perkin
  • FOPE Boutique
  • Goldsmiths Outlet
  • Jaeger-LeCoultre
  • Omega
  • Rolex
  • Tag Heuer
  • The Watch Hut
  • The Watch Lab
  • Tudor Boutique
  • Walker & Hall
  • Watch Shop
  • W F Goldstraw

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Common questions

Frequently asked questions

Is Watches of Switzerland Company Limited FCA authorised?
Yes, Watches of Switzerland Company Limited (FRN 308710) is authorised by the FCA to carry out regulated activities.
Is my money safe with Watches of Switzerland Company?
It depends on the product, but eligible claims may be protected by the FSCS. You can also refer complaints about Watches of Switzerland Company to the Financial Ombudsman Service, free of charge.
Is Watches of Switzerland Company a scam or clone?
Watches of Switzerland Company is a genuine FCA-listed firm. However, scammers sometimes clone authorised firms. Always check that the contact details you were given match those on the FCA register before sending money or sharing information.
What is Watches of Switzerland Company's Firm Reference Number (FRN)?
Watches of Switzerland Company's FRN is 308710. You can verify it on the FCA register.