World famous pottery maker Denby to end manufacturing in 'devastating' move

World famous pottery maker Denby to end manufacturing in 'devastating' moveAnother 49 jobs are set to go at Denby - as fears grow for other energy hungry businesses that are now being hit by soaring costs due to the Iran warCommentsMoneyGraham Hiscott Business and Consumer Editor12:17, 23 Apr 2026Updated 12:17, 23 Apr 2026View 2 ImagesEnd of an era as Denby ceases manufacturing after falling into administration (Image: Getty)Famous potter maker Denby - whose roots date back 217 years - has been forced to end manufacturing after failing to find a buyer.‌The incomic company, based in Ripley, Derbyshire, plunged into administration at the end of March. Former boss Sebastian Lazell said rising energy costs had caused unsustainable losses.‌FRP Advisory, the administrators appointed to run the business, said discussions remain ongoing regarding certain parts of the group.‌However, it revealed it not been possible to secure a buyer for the manufacturing operations and the “joint administrators have taken the difficult decision to close the business’ making and design departments.”The move will result in a further 49 job losses. There were a reported 80 job cuts earlier this month.View 2 ImagesAnother 49 jobs at Denby have gone after administrators failed to find a buyer(Image: Denby Pottery)‌READ MORE: More than 500 jobs at risk as beloved 217-year-old British firm crashes into administrationREAD MORE: Famous 217-year-old pottery firm Denby fights for survival and will appoint administratorsTony Wright, joint administrator of the Denby Group and partner at FRP, said: “This is another very difficult day for the skilled workers at Denby and we understand how devastating this news will be for those affected and their families.“Unfortunately, despite extensive efforts, we have been unable to find a buyer for the manufacturing operations and have had to take this difficult decision.“We remain in discussions with interested parties regarding other parts of the business...