Many shops in towns like Cookstown and Maghera have come and gone in the last century, while the ones we mention here have managed to survive and adapt to business changes.
They have been supported by the local public over the generations and they, in turn, have responded and adjusted to the demands of shoppers.
Here are 11 of the oldest shops in East Tyrone and South Derry that that have withstood the test of time.
9. Lawrences Cake Shop - open almost 40 years
Family run Lawrence's Cake Shop at Broad Street, is coming close to 40 years in business and is the last home bakery in Magherafelt. Established by Dean Lawrence back in 1986 it is still going strong today suppling fresh bread, cakes and buns to supermarkets in the area. Photo: Supplied
10. Thompson Shoes open over 60 years
.Another shoe shop that has been around a long time is Thompson Shoes in Cookstown.The family owned business was established at James Street in 1958 and is popular with shoppers. Photo: Google
11. Designs By Therese - open over 50 years
Cookstown florist Designs By Therese is a wedding flowers specialist, mother's day flowers, funeral and sympathy flowers for over 50 years. Owner Therese Quinn is a R.H.S. Chelsea Flower Show Medal Winner and one of Northern Ireland's leading wedding florists. Photo: Google Maps