Original Factory Shop stores at risk of closure in Sussex

The Original Factory Shop has fallen into administration, putting the future of the chain’s 137 stores and 1,180 staff at risk.

Following the collapse of The Original Factory Shop into administration on 28 January 2026, all 137 of the chain's UK stores are currently at risk of closure.

Sussex Stores Currently at Risk 

Five specific locations currently operating in Sussex have been identified as being at risk while administrators from Interpath Advisory assess options for the business: 

• Bexhill-on-Sea

   (8-12 St Leonards Road, East Sussex)

• Crowborough

   (Unit 8/9 Fernbank Centre, High Street, East Sussex)

• Heathfield

   (14-18 High Street, East Sussex)

• Newhaven

   (Unit 1, 3 Drove Road, East Sussex)

• Rustington

   (15 Churchill Parade, West Sussex)