Gemstones and Pearls

At Monty’s Beads, in Castle Street, there is an amazing array of gemstone and freshwater pearl beads. Additionally, they sell precious metal findings, Swarovski crystal beads and a wide range of threads and tools.

Workshops, Classes and Parties

Monty’s run a range of workshops and classes and are happy to host a jewellery making party in their beautiful Exeter city centre shop. Contact them for more details.

they really pride themselves on having a knowledgeable, friendly, helpful team who are happy to give jewellery making advice. They also offer a make and mend service for those that love our beads but don’t make jewellery or simply want their favourite necklace mended.

The story of Monty’s Beads

Monty’s Beads Ltd. is a small family company run by partners Andrew and Becky who live in Torquay. Monty’s Beads have another bead shop in Colchester, where until 2012, Andrew was living before meeting Becky through a mutual friend.

“Choosing Exeter for our second shop was easy – Exeter is a vibrant city with many independent retailers and has a good feeling. There are a few other established craft retailers here and Monty’s Beads fits in well with our complimentary, but not in direct competition with other retailers, offer”