Will Laura Ashley reopen?
Daniel Johnson
Published Mar 02, 2026
Will Laura Ashley reopen?
Laura Ashley will reintroduce its homeware into the fashion retailer’s stores and online from Spring 2021 onwards. Laura Ashley is set to relaunch next year under a new partnership with high street clothing giant Next.
Is Laura Ashley closing down completely?
The company became the first major retailer to go into administration this year as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic. The 67-year-old brand announced it would permanently close 70 stores in mid-March, with plans to cut 268 office jobs and furlough more than 1,500 workers.
Is Laura Ashley struggling?
Furniture and fashion chain Laura Ashley has collapsed into administration as the coronavirus outbreak continues to put pressure on retailers. The firm is to close almost half of its 147 UK stores, putting as many as 721 jobs at risk. But 77 shops will remain open as the business tries to find a buyer.
Is Laura Ashley in reading still open?
Before the full impact of the coronavirus pandemic was even felt, Laura Ashley had announced that it would be permanently closing half of its stores. The brand announced that 70 of its stores would not reopen and that it would be axing 721 jobs. This includes the branches in Reading, Newbury and Henley.
How do I contact Laura Ashley?
1 (855) 396-6100
Laura Ashley Holdings/Customer service
Who now owns Laura Ashley?
Laura Ashley Holdings plc
Laura Ashley Holdings/Parent organizations
Can I still use my Laura Ashley credit card?
20 we are no longer opening any new Laura Ashley Mastercard accounts, however existing cardholders will still be able to collect points in store and online, and redeem points in store. ‘
Who owns next?
Next Holdings Limited
Next plc
| Formerly | J Hepworth & Son (1864–1982) |
|---|---|
| Total equity | £ 660.9 million (2021) |
| Owner | Next Holdings Limited |
| Number of employees | 44,193 (2020) |
| Website |
Why did Laura Ashley close?
LAURA Ashley has announced it’s closing 70 branches today, putting 721 jobs at the clothing and furnishing retailer at risk. It comes after the company collapsed into administration earlier this month after struggling with tough high street conditions.
Who owns Laura Ashley credit card?
Details
| Issuer | NewDay Ltd |
|---|---|
| Network | Mastercard |
| Representative APR | 21.9% APR (variable) |
| Annual/monthly fees | £0 |
| Loyalty scheme | Points |
Who owns Laura Ashley hotels?
Corus Hotels
There are two Laura Ashley hotels: the Belsfield in Windermere, Cumbria, and the Iliffe hotel in Coventry, both of which are owned and operated by Corus Hotels.
Why are Next selling Laura Ashley?
Next has partnered with embattled retailer Laura Ashley to sell its home products both online and in stores in an effort to revive the heritage brand. The homewares will be sold across Next’s 500 UK stores and via its website which operates in over 70 countries.
