Noones of Maghera to shut after almost 90 years in business

One of County Derry's longest surviving businesses has announced it will shut its doors after nearly 90 years.

Noones of Maghera, a fixture of the town, was first established as a grocers in 1936 by William and Betty Noone.

The shop where generations of couples have placed their wedding lists will close its doors for the final time on Monday April 24.

It is also a hardware store and fuel supplier.

A representative announced the closing on Facebook and said they hope to see customers pop in one last time for final goodbyes.

“It is with regret that Noones of Maghera has made the difficult SINCE 1934 decision to cease trading over the coming months,” they said.

“We would like to take this opportunity to thank all our staff, customers and suppliers, past and present, who have stayed loyal to us through our many years of trading.

“Our closing down sale will commence on Monday 24th April. All stock will have attractive discounts. We hope to see many of our loyal customers visiting our store for the last time.”

Noones was taken over by its present owners Pat and Kathleen McKaigue in 1996, with the couple carrying out a major refurbishment of the premises.

The store and property will be available for full or part leasing following the cessation of trading. For further details contact [email protected]