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C.W. Sellors Acquired Out of Administration by New Ownership Group March 23, 2026 (0 comments)
DERBYSHIRE, U.K.--The core business of C.W. Sellors, a well-known U.K. independent jewelry and watch retailer and owner of Jura Watches and W. Hamond, was acquired out of administration by a newly formed ownership group combining external investment with the company’s existing leadership team.
The new ownership structure brings together investor Stuart Hennell, who will serve as non-executive chairman, alongside Antony Lindsay, who becomes CEO, Rebecca Sellors, as managing director, and Alan Lloyd, who remains finance director.
[C.W. Sellors Bakewell, U.K., store]
The leadership team will focus on stabilising the business following the recent administration process while rebuilding customer confidence and strengthening both the retail and online channels, according to a company statement. As the acquisition secures the continuation of one of the UK’s best-known independent jewellery and watch businesses. The leadership team is now focused on reinforcing the brand’s foundations and revitalizing both in-store and digital shopping experiences.
Founded in 1979 and based in Derbyshire, C.W. Sellors is known for designing, manufacturing and retailing fine jewelry and retailing watches. The company currently has six retail stores in the U.K.