Abakhan opens in Altrincham

Leading fabric, yarn and crafting retailer Abakhan is set to open its latest UK store in Altrincham, near Manchester this month (June).   The two-storey shop will include a range of crochet yarns and accessories, alongside dressmaking, soft furnishing and quilting fabrics, including the end of line and remnants that the store has become famous for stocking.   Upstairs there ... [More]

Magden sets course for growth

Leading building products distributor Magden is welcoming a new managing director to the helm as it sets course for a new period of growth. The north of England company has grown from a one-branch Manchester operation to having four distribution centres supplying customers as far afield as Scotland and Gloucester. After 30 years in sole charge, Magden’s founders Alan and Mary Robinson have ... [More]