Oxford Westgate store left empty as huge UK brand collapses

Earlier in 2026, the business announced all but three of its 36 stores were at risk as they had not been bought in a rescue deal.

Next snapped up the luxury footwear business from administration in a rescue deal, but the future of most of the brand’s stores and 440 staff remained uncertain.

Closing down signs then appeared at the Oxford-based Russell & Bromley store, with customers warned of the expected closure.

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The empty Russell & Bromley store in Oxford. (Image: Newsquest)

Now, the Westgate shop has been left completely empty this week with its shelves bare after its closure.

The unit, which can be found on the bottom floor of the retail location near John Lewis, now only has a paper notice on the door as a reminder alongside the Russell & Bromley signs.

“This store is now closed,” read the notice.

“Find your nearest store,” it added along with Next’s website link.

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The notice at Russell & Bromley in Oxford. (Image: Newsquest)

Would-be shoppers had recently been told that neither gift cards nor loyalty points would be accepted in the future.

A statement last month said: “While the previous operator has ceased trading, the Russell & Bromley brand will be operated by Next in the near future.”

The Next website at the time added: “These can no longer be used and we will not be able to honour these. For any queries about these, please contact the Administrators.”