Danny Doran's sold almost everything from kite chord to brush shafts and the most obscure types of nails and screws. A true Lurgan institution, Doran's hardware shop in Edward Street is a full of just about everything. This photo is from almost 30 years ago with the late Danny Doran standing outside his shop chatting to the late Tony Lavery in period costume on his bike. Often customers were amazed as Danny, when asked for something, climbed a ladder into the highest corner of the shop behind all sorts of items trailing from the ceiling, and found exactly what you wanted. He worked in the shop well into his 80s with his daughter Catherine who runs the show now.placeholder image
Danny Doran's sold almost everything from kite chord to brush shafts and the most obscure types of nails and screws. A true Lurgan institution, Doran's hardware shop in Edward Street is a full of just about everything. This photo is from almost 30 years ago with the late Danny Doran standing outside his shop chatting to the late Tony Lavery in period costume on his bike. Often customers were amazed as Danny, when asked for something, climbed a ladder into the highest corner of the shop behind all sorts of items trailing from the ceiling, and found exactly what you wanted. He worked in the shop well into his 80s with his daughter Catherine who runs the show now.

28 photos of Lurgan shops and businesses which have stood the test of time

By Carmel Robinson
Published 22nd Oct 2024, 18:55 GMT
Updated 23rd Oct 2024, 08:28 GMT

Many of our shops and businesses in Lurgan have stood the test of time despite major setbacks and are still serving our community after decades.

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.

Jim McCann and Sons Family Butchers was established in 1976 with a great reputation for top quality produce. All their produces is fresh and locally sourced and their sirloins all aged a minimum 21 days for tenderness! Their sweet and saucy pulled pork is pretty tasty also.

17. Fresh and locally sourced produce

Jim McCann and Sons Family Butchers was established in 1976 with a great reputation for top quality produce. All their produces is fresh and locally sourced and their sirloins all aged a minimum 21 days for tenderness! Their sweet and saucy pulled pork is pretty tasty also. Photo: Carmel Robinson

The Golden Crust North St Lurgan and it's sister shop in Edward Street have been in the town for decades. They have made half the town a birthday cake at some stage with some very interesting decorations on top. Delicious cakes, buns, bread and treats are mouth-watering. You had best get in early for their soda bread and half a wheaten loaf as they are very popular. In recent years they have expanded and now you can spot some of their best sellers in many shopping outlets.

18. Golden Crust serves slices of happiness

The Golden Crust North St Lurgan and it's sister shop in Edward Street have been in the town for decades. They have made half the town a birthday cake at some stage with some very interesting decorations on top. Delicious cakes, buns, bread and treats are mouth-watering. You had best get in early for their soda bread and half a wheaten loaf as they are very popular. In recent years they have expanded and now you can spot some of their best sellers in many shopping outlets. Photo: Carmel Robinson

Millar's Shoe Shop in Market Street, Lurgan is 'a shoe lover's paradise' and home to many top fashion brands. It's been in the town centre since 1994 and has garnered a great reputation for selling some very stylish, high end footwear.

19. A shoe lover's paradise

Millar's Shoe Shop in Market Street, Lurgan is 'a shoe lover's paradise' and home to many top fashion brands. It's been in the town centre since 1994 and has garnered a great reputation for selling some very stylish, high end footwear. Photo: Carmel Robinson

Thomas Moore Interiors has been serving the Lurgan community from it's Edward Street store for decades. A family run store in the centre of the town, it sells all sort of top quality bedding, furniture and household goods for your home. It also has a sports section where it is the official stockists of O'Neills GAA sportswear.

20. Serving the community for decades

Thomas Moore Interiors has been serving the Lurgan community from it's Edward Street store for decades. A family run store in the centre of the town, it sells all sort of top quality bedding, furniture and household goods for your home. It also has a sports section where it is the official stockists of O'Neills GAA sportswear. Photo: Photo by Google

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