The Latest Breaking News from Hobbycraft

WH Smith growth plans in focus after sale of high street stores

Last month, WH Smith announced that Hobbycraft owner Modella Capital will buy its high street arm for around £76 million.

Evening Standard · Apr 11, 2025

Retailer WH Smith to be wiped off UK high streets soon following sale

This move comes as a fresh blow to the UK high street, which has been struggling to recover from the pandemic, witnessing a number of big name closures such as Debenhams.

Euronews · Mar 28, 2025

What is TG Jones and why is WH Smith changing its name?

WH Smith’s name will remain the same at airport and train station branches

Evening Standard · Mar 28, 2025

Knitting is cool again. Here’s everything you need to get started – and what you don’t

From needles and yarn to pattern resources, here’s the essential kit to get you hooked on this affordable hobby (some of it is even free)

The Guardian - UK · Mar 19, 2025

Just two buyers left in race to buy WH Smith high street division – report

Alteri and Modella Capital are the only two parties remaining in talks, according to Sky News

The Guardian - UK · Mar 9, 2025

Want to upskill in 2025? Try these 8 creative courses

Expand your skillset and learn how to grow your business with these educational offerings for creatives.

Creative Bloq · Jan 5, 2025

Wellies, sequins and beer – what we bought in 2024

Wellies, sequins and beer dominated the consumer year of washout weather, touring pop megastars and national sporting celebrations.

Evening Standard · Dec 27, 2024

These 5 things always make Christmas wrapping easier and quicker – I won't wrap without them!

These time-saving non-negotiables will make wrapping Christmas presents one of your favourite festive tasks

Ideal Home · Dec 7, 2024

Best paint by numbers sets to unlock your creativity

Creating masterpieces is as easy as one, two, three

Evening Standard · May 28, 2024

Turn leftover eggshells into a stunning floral Easter centrepiece with this clever budget hack

This DIY Instagrammer just inspired us how to turn leftover eggshells into a stunning flower centrepiece for Easter

Ideal Home · Mar 18, 2024