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flag Christy & Co., a 253-year-old Oxfordshire hatmaker, closed in February 2026, with its brand acquired by Laird Hatters for a relaunch.

flag Christy & Co. Limited, the historic Oxfordshire hatmaker founded in 1773, entered voluntary liquidation in February 2026 after 253 years, ending operations in Witney. flag The company’s creditors approved the winding-up process, appointing insolvency specialists as joint liquidators. flag The brand was acquired by London hatmaker Laird Hatters, which plans to relaunch Christys online with a new collection, relocating production to London. flag The move follows the 2024 sale of the sister brand CW Headress and marks the end of the company’s long-standing presence in Witney.

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