This is why Hastings Owens 'fun factory' is closed 'until further notice'

Owens, a ‘family fun factory’ opened at the former Debenhams building in Robertson Street last October.

On its Facebook page, owners said: “Due to unforeseen circumstances OWENS will be closed until further notice. We apologise for any inconvenience. Please keep an eye on social media for further updates.”

A sign has also been placed in the window at the attraction, which reads: “Due to health and safety, we will be closing today with immediate effect. We apologise for any inconvenience caused, and any bookings can be refunded or moved to a new date. Any enquiries to be made to [email protected]. Thank you.”

Owens spans three floors of the 77,000 square foot building in Robertson Street.

Attractions include a football simulator, pool tables, duck pin bowling, circus of illusions, table tennis, pirates smuggler experience, 1066 experience and a bistro.

There are also named attractions, such as Jurassica Live, Toxic Wasteland, Wonders of Wizardry, Urban Fallout, and other crazy golf courses, as well as Ruxley’s Restaurant.

The new centre was opened by husband and wife duo Graham and Debbie Owen, the creators of Phileas Fogg's World of Adventures which was awarded Tourist Attraction of the Year for Sussex.

Debenhams closed in Hastings in May 2021.

A Hastings Borough Council spokesperson said: “The building has not been closed by building control. There are on-going conversations with the building owners about final sign off for the building but this is not why the building has been closed.”