This is a very uninspiring shopping centre. The only thing of note is that it is built in a…read morecourtyard formation, so that you enter on one level and then can look down upon "the courtyard". There were no shops of note and the whole place looked a bit run down and tatty. There didn't seem to be many people actually buying anything, instead they were using the cover to shelter from the pouring rain (as indeed was I!)

Recently visited Letterkenny, and shopped at The Courtyard Centre. I found the staff friendly and…read morehelpful and gave us directions etc no problem. There are a good few independent shops with nice displays and most were reasonably priced. Enjoyed my stay.

This review is for the shopping centre within which Penny's is located. I have never gone into a…read morePenny's store intending to be a customer- last time was in Orlando and we got out of the car and walked through one to go into a shopping mall. The centre has some local flavour with some small independents trading like Mc Gettigan's bakery, Cafe Trax and the Oasis bar. It also has Tesco Costa and the usual suspects. I shot a brief video as I walked through and it was Jim Revees - one of my mum's favourite singers (she disliked old blue eyes intensely) and my friend Dee commented on how loud the music was. Yes Dee we are a singing nation and many folks were walking along singing along with Jim. Our wee nation has just spent thirty million euro on Garth Brooks concerts - 5 only in Dublin Summer 22 and we'll sing as much to him as he will to us. If this was transcribed to USA Garth would turn billions of dollars. I guess it pays to have friends in low places after all. Go Garth.

While the experience in the shop is usually pleasant, yesterday I went to penneys with a group of…read morefriends, and the manager was inexplicably suddenly following us around the shop. She promptly talked to security and instructed them to watch us even at the cash register.We were rather confused and soon came to the conclusion she believed we were stealing, when that simply wasn't the case. It was a very disrespectful and unsettling experience as she and the security followed us around the shop blatantly until we left through the machines at the exit.They expected the alarm to sound as we walked through but that did not occur because we simply did not steal or do anything that she claimed we did. In the very least it was satisfying when they had to stare at us as we walked out proving we didn't commit any robbery. I implore staff to think twice before following a group of young teenage girls that only wanted to go on a nice day out shopping and enjoying themselves.

I'm just amazed it's still open. Sort of Grace Brothers meets Macy's Irish style. The staff are…read moreutterly charming and they stuff they sell has class. It is a labyrinth with stairs up and down leading to small interconnected rooms full of delights. They serve good food and wonderful coffee. Now I usually dislike shopping (outside food and drink) but when I'm in a place as wonderful as this it's a different story. It's one of the few places that sells Chanel No 5 perfume - Chanel are careful as to who can trade their merchandise - 100ml £100. It had the remnants of a Black eye Friday sale that included men's shoes. I am fussy about shoes. I like proper soft leather, the touch and the smell - including leather on the soles and heels. Shoes that are strong and clench your feet - shoes that demand enthusiastic brushing and polish or as I was growing up spit and polish. Proper nails in the heels and great stitching are vital too. If it's made in China footwear or India it's not going on my feet. Period. I found a pair that were perfect. Fitted like they were especially made just for me. £200 down to £75 and wonderful and now mine. They will mould to the shape of my feet over time and will be so much better when they do. Old shoes are like old friends - comfortable to be with. These places are from another time and we must support them for as long as we can as to lose them means it feels like we lose a piece of ourselves.

I am a scone snob and I have to say these are some of the best scones I've ever had! They are made…read morefresh daily on the premises and are usually available by 9:40am. Definitely worth trying either to grab & go or sitting down and enjoying with one of their lattes!

I went to Sligo for a hen party and stayed at the Glass house hotel which was lovely. On the…read moreSaturday we all went shopping and found the factory Outlet. I was delighted as the clothes were very different from all you see on the high street which a look the same and every town has the same shops. The clothes here were very affordable and different from all you see on the high street!

This was the first M&S to be opened in the north of Eire. It is on an out-of-town shopping centre…read moreat the edge of Letterkenny. It sells mainly food with a small women's clothing department attached. The high standards of food for which M&S is known are a welcome change from the mass of fast food outlets which seem to dominate this town.

The White House is a piece of Portrush history! It has operated for over 100 years but has…read more*briefly* modernised over the years. Sadly, the building has lost most of its original features over the years like the old iron lift which has been ripped out and replaced with a modern lift. About one third of the ground floor is occupied by the massive toy department which I often find myself drifting towards whenever I walk through the doors. The other two thirds are reserved for clothing. They have managed to recruit some impressive brands and now boast Chuck Taylor, Nike and Vans to name but a few. If you go upstairs, you are greeted by more clothing but I never really notice this because my destination on this floor is always the excellent Trocadero Restaurant, which serves up a delicious meal for a good price. You can also dine in their conservatory which makes a good experience. In summer, I think they open up the balcony as well. The top floor only boasts the furniture department so I never really bother with that floor. I'm really proud of The White House for beating off competition from the likes of Debenhams and BHS, both of which had their eyes on this site. But they were never going to let that happen because they are such a strong independent company.

This is a old fashioned family run department store with lots of history. Founded, I believe in…read more1891 and can name Queen Victoria as one of its customers in years long gone by. I don't think she shopped there in person but is reputed to have ordered linens from the shop in the late 1890s, and the Prince of Wales carried on the tradition in 1903. The biggest order The White House ever took was for twenty-six suits for His Highness the Rajah of Pudukota in South India in the early part of the last century. I was amazed recently to see that The White House was still going strong and to keep in step with modern trends it stock lots of the top selling high street brands in men's, ladies and childrens clothes. Long may this tradition shop keep up the standards and ethics of a small local business.

This is Enniskillens only shopping centre. It has a good mix of shops and cafes and an excellent…read moremulti storey carpark. Some of the shops include Next, River Island, New Look, Argos, M&S, DV8, Accessorise, Monsoon, Exhibit, Carphone Warehouse, Yankee Candles, Lakeland and Argento. There are four different coffee shops- Costa, Ground Espresso, M&S Cafe and another local chain I can't remember the name of! It's a handy shopping centre were you can normally find most things you need. It's also situated beside a 24hour Tesco and an Asda so it's a real little shopping hub. It's usually pretty busy but not annoyingly busy.

Walked in to this establishment, incredibly calming environment. Enjoyed my shopping experience and…read moremade my way to pay and was greeted by a lovely and friendly cashier with an amazing attitude, who made me feel very welcome. I absolutely recommend

In this shop you wouldn't know that you'd crossed the border from UK into Eire. TK Maxx remains the…read moresame whichever branch you go into. This is one of their larger branches and has the usual endless rails of cheap/ reduced clothing (supposedly designer, but I'm not convinced.) As usual, I couldn't find anting to fit me, but you may be luckier!