'End of an era' for local Derry store after 38 years serving the community
Eglinton Variety Store is set to close its doors after 38 years
A Derry ‘family owned and run’ shop in the heart of Eglinton village is set to close after 38 years of business.
The Eglinton Variety Store announced the news on their Facebook page, as owners Margaret and Billy have taken the decision to retire.
They said: “As some of you may have heard, the sad time has come for me to retire. Thank you to each and everyone of you who has supported me over the last 38 years. We opened in September 1986 myself and Kathleen, had a couple of years off having had the younger two children and then came back. Kathleen and John then retired and I went it alone. I will miss chatting with you all and seeing each generation that has came through the doors.
“Everything is now half price (excluding batteries, sweets and drinks). I look forward to seeing you all over the next few weeks until the sad day comes to lock the door behind me. We will still be doing up gift baskets for Mother’s Day Easter etc.
“Once again, thank you from the bottom of my heart for keeping us busy for the last 38 years.”
While the community may be saddened by the news they have supported the decision for the pair to enjoy their ‘well deserved’ retirement.
A commentator said: “It certainly will be the end of an era, it just won't be the same without Margaret,Billy, family and the very popular Eglinton variety store in the village. Enjoy your retirement, it's well deserved and good luck for the future.”