Typo stationery chain to close all UK stores by early 2027

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 19 Oct, 08:31 · Archive

Typo, the stationery and gift retailer owned by Australian group Cotton On, will close all its UK stores and online shop by early 2027.

Typo, the stationery and gift retailer owned by Australian group Cotton On, is withdrawing from the UK market after a decade in business. The company will close all its UK stores and end online trading by early 2027.

Typo launched in the UK in 2016 and has operated stores in major shopping centres including Westfield London, Bluewater and Meadowhall in Sheffield. The retailer has already begun winding down its presence, with the Eldon Square branch in Newcastle among recent closures following clearance sales. No specific dates for remaining store closures have been confirmed.

The company blamed the decision on persistently high rents, rising operating costs and disappointing sales. A Typo spokesperson said: 'After careful consideration, we are closing Typo's operations in the United Kingdom, with all stores and online trading to close by early 2027.' The company added that it recognised the impact on its UK team and said its priority was to support employees through the transition.

Cotton On's other brands, including Cotton On Body and Cotton On Kids, will continue to operate through online and wholesale channels in the UK. The brand will continue in other countries outside the UK.

How it is being reported

• High street stationery brand to close all UK stores and online shop in coming monthsTypo, owned by Cotton On, will close all UK stores and its online shop by early 2027, citing high rents, rising costs and weak salesBridgwater Mercury · 19 Oct, 08:00
• High street stationery brand to close all UK stores and online shop in coming monthsTypo, owned by Cotton On, will close all UK stores and its online shop by early 2027, citing high rents, rising costs and weak salesSomerset County Gazette · 19 Oct, 08:00

In this story: Typo · Cotton On · Westfield London · Bluewater · Meadowhall · Newcastle

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