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Denby Pottery Faces Administration Amid Financial Struggles

3/13/2026

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Denby Pottery has filed a notice of intention to appoint administrators due to financial struggles.
Rising employment and energy costs, along with reduced demand, are cited as factors affecting stability.
This is Denby’s second administration after a 2009 rescue by Hilco Capital.
Burgess & Leigh will continue to trade while seeking a strategic investment partner.
The GMB union has expressed concern for employees and called for government action to support the ceramics industry.

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Story summary

Denby Pottery has filed a notice of intention to appoint administrators due to financial struggles.
Rising employment and energy costs, along with reduced demand, are cited as factors affecting stability.
This is Denby’s second administration after a 2009 rescue by Hilco Capital.
Burgess & Leigh will continue to trade while seeking a strategic investment partner.
The GMB union has expressed concern for employees and called for government action to support the ceramics industry.