05 August 2025, 15:43
By Furniture News Aug 05, 2025

Sleep.8 UK appoints administrators and closes stores

Sleep.8, the global sleep technology brand, has announced an update to its retail footprint, with the closure of its UK store locations "as part of a broader strategic realignment across Europe". 

Sleep.8 Intrinsic Ltd, the company's UK business, filed for administration yesterday. Frank Wessely and Richard Easterby of Quantuma Advisory are acting as the insolvency practitioners.

The decision follows a period of ongoing operational challenges in the UK, says Sleep.8, where the retail climate, particularly in London, has become increasingly cost-prohibitive: "While the company remains committed to its long-term vision for personalised sleep, current market conditions do not support continued retail investment in the UK."

As part of this transition, five of Sleep.8’s six stores in London were closed yesterday. The Thurrock location will remain open for four weeks to support final in-store purchases and facilitate an orderly clearance of inventory. 

This transition does not impact customer service or support, says Sleep.8, adding that all outstanding UK orders will be fulfilled as planned, and all warranties remain valid. Customer support will continue through the company’s European headquarters and factory in Portugal, which remains fully operational and "committed to delivering timely service and long-term care". 

In the meantime, Sleep.8 says it is expanding in regions where growth is accelerating. The company recently opened seven new stores in Spain, with additional locations in development, and is continuing to scale its B2B partnerships with hotels, retailers, and lifestyle living communities across Europe. 

“This decision reflects our responsibility to invest wisely and focus on the markets where growth is achievable,” says Paul Longman, CEO of Sleep.8. “We are grateful to every customer who chose to shop with us in the UK, and we want to thank our dedicated team members for the care and commitment they brought to every interaction. Their work has laid a foundation we’re proud of.” 

Customers with questions about their orders or warranty coverage can contact the Sleep.8 customer care team at [email protected]


RELATED CONTENT


Alt text here
Jun 12, 2024 News

Sleep.8 re-opens refurbished flagship store

Sleep lifestyle and furniture brand Sleep.8 has announced the re-opening of its flagship store in Bluewater Shopping Centre, following a substantial…

Alt text here
Oct 28, 2024 News

Sleep 8 SVP Musi Chayla moves on

Musi Chayla, the SVP global retail at disruptive bed brand Sleep 8, has announced their departure after five "fulfilling" years with the organisation.

Alt text here
Jan 24, 2025 News

Sleep.8 opens on London's Baker Street

Sleep brand Sleep.8 has announced the opening of its newest London store, at 3A Baker Street. Strengthening Sleep.8’s presence in the UK, the store…

Alt text here
Mar 06, 2025 News

Sleep.8 opens flagship Tottenham Court Road store

Sleep.8, an innovator in sleep technology and wellness, has announced the grand opening of its flagship London store on Tottenham Court Road.

© 2025 Lewis Business Media. All Rights Reserved.