Bernard Matthews Plans To Close Derby Factory By 2026

Bernard Matthews Foods has officially confirmed the closure of its Derby factory. The site is on Shaftesbury Street, and the company says the shutdown is scheduled to be finished by the end of 2026. The announcement gives a specific timetable, which can help employees and the wider local community prepare for the change. A factory closure typically affects jobs, suppliers, and daily operations, and this decision will likely have an impact across the area. Bernard Matthews’ confirmation follows earlier reporting and clarifies that production at the Derby site will end after the 2026 deadline. While the report focuses on the closure date, the next phase will be important: how the company supports staff, and what it plans for production elsewhere. For now, the key message is that the Shaftesbury Street factory will close by the end of 2026, marking a major shift for the business in Derby.