A Mansfield jewellery shop is proving to be a real gem in the town centre.

Figures show that Xibit, in Market Street, saw a 30 per cent increase in takings in the run up to Christmas when compared to the previous year.

Leon Smith, who co-owns the shop, said: “It just goes to show that with the right products, great customer service and the right prices shops like ours in the centre of Mansfield can do really well.

“We strive to offer the customer what they want. We also concentrate on what we do at the shop, as we only have a very basic website.

“We must be doing something right. Mansfield has a great town centre and we are proud that we as an independent shop are helping to show the way. ”

The shop sells a range of items, including Nomination Italy, a stylish range of bracelets and charms.

Mansfield Business Improvement District (BID) manager Sarah Nelson said: “We are so lucky in Mansfield as we have a range of quality independent retail outlets and larger High Street chains.

“It’s great to hear that Xibit had a great December. It also shows that shoppers love spending time in the town centre and there is no need to go elsewhere to get the right gifts and presents as we have it all right here in Mansfield.”