The Troubles, the COVID-19 pandemic and other crises were faced head on and, despite some dreadful experiences, these businesses have continued to trade.
With favourites like Danny Doran’s where you could by anything from a needle to an anchor or Juells Gift Store which has a fabulous array of gifts, Lurgan is a great place to shop.
A wealth of butchers with top class produce plus plenty of fruit and veg shops, the people of Lurgan have plenty of choice for local produce.
Great furniture stores have kept our homes well supplied for generations and our travel agencies have helped us get that bargain holiday when we need a break.
In this small snapshot of Lurgan, it is clear the town has many thriving business which are well supported by the local community and beyond.
13. Quality service and value for money
Neil Casey took over from Fintan O'Hagan a few years back and is well known for his online videos and his banter with the customers. Neil has worked in O'Hagan's for years before taking over from Fintan who ran the shop in North Street, Lurgan for decades. The place is well renowned for value for money and a quality service. Photo: Carmel Robinson
14. Service with a smile
Express Dry Cleaners is the only dry cleaning service in Lurgan. Based in North Street, the firm is owned by Tom and Mary McKeag and has been running since 1977. Always with a friendly smile, they make sure suits and dresses are spotless for special occasions as well as cleaning duvets and other large items. They also have dry cleaning businesses in Portadown and Craigavon. Photo: Carmel Robinson
15. Traditional green grocers
A traditional green grocers with the best of fresh and seasonal produce, Henderson's has been selling fruit and vegetables in Lurgan for decades and is very much part of the fabric of the town. But it is more than just a greengrocers these days with very tasty lunchtime soups for sale as well as a fantastic array of jams, freshly cut soup veg and family saver boxes delivered to your door. There's always someone about who will lift that big bag of spuds into the back of your car. Photo: Carmel Robinson
16. Bike shop serves community for 76 years
McCabrey's Bicycle Shop in William Street, Lurgan, Co Armagh, has been in business for 76 years. The late Ronnie McCabrey was a popular businessman in town. Ronnie retired in 2017 and Chris Greene, who had been working for Ronnie for decades, took over the business. Chris offers a friendly and expert service, helping bike owners with accessories or helping Santa deliver the children's new bike in time for Christmas. Christmas Club is now open too. Photo: Carmel Robinson